From the Publisher -- A modern classic of self-help, Melody Beattie's compassionate and insightful look into codependency-the concept of losing oneself in the name of helping another - has struck a universal chord among those struggling with a loved one's self-destructive behavior. Codependent No More has helped millions of readers understand that they are powerless to change anyone but themselves. With instructive life stories, personal reflections, exercises, and self-tests, Codependent No More presents readers with a straightforward and engaging map through the complicated world of codependency-helping them chart their own path to freedom and a lifetime of healing, hope, and happiness.