Love addiction is a coping mechanism from "summary" of Women Who Love Too Much by Robin Norwood
Love addiction can be seen as a coping mechanism that some women use to deal with difficult emotions and experiences. When a woman becomes addicted to love, she is often seeking validation, approval, and a sense of worth from her partner. This addiction can stem from childhood experiences where she did not receive the love and attention she needed. By becoming "obsessed" with her partner and the relationship, she is able to distract herself from her own pain and insecurities. This constant focus on her partner allows her to avoid dealing with her own issues and facing her true emotions. In a way, love addiction becomes a way for her to numb herself from the pain she carries inside. Th...
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