Dating relationships begin in early adolescence — around 13 years of age for girls and 14 years of age for boys (34)-- although it is not until
late adolescence that these relationships are characterized by genuine
intimacy and deep
emotional involvement (35).
Codependent No More — Melody Beatie Daring Greatly — Dr. Brene Brown (shame and vulnerability) The Gifts of Imperfection — Dr. Brene Brown When He's Married to Mom — Dr. Ken Adams (understanding male enmeshment with Mom) Erotic Intelligence — Alexandra Katehakis (reclaiming healthy sexuality in
later stages of addiction recovery) Emotionally Healthy Spirituality — Peter Scazzero Mirror of
Intimacy: Daily Reflections on
Emotional and Erotic Intelligence — Alexandra Katehakis & Tom Bliss