May have a history of boundary intrusions other than sexual abuse, especially physical and emotional abuse. Extreme and intense swings in needs for closeness and distance with others. The need to be cared for and have dependency needs met is in conflict with fear of vulnerability and re-victimization. This behavior repeats the victim-perpetrator experience with the partner when that person alternately becomes a perpetrator and a protector. Poorly Defined Sense of Self Self protection has resulted in submersion of self with little internal locus of control.
Behaviors are similar to codependency.
Importance placed on attempts to avoid feelings of confusion and vulnerability.