Glossary

A newcomer's guide to common ACA vocabulary and jargon

Seeking The Familiar

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The tendency of ACAs to recreate environments or situations that mirror those of their dysfunctional upbringing, often subconsciously, because it gives a sense of familiarity and comfort, despite being potentially harmful.

Example Usage

I often find myself procrastinating and causing unnecessary anxiety as if I'm seeking the familiar chaos of my childhood home.

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