An Emotional Declaration of Independence July 6, 2012Abuse, Addiction and Recovery, Manipulation, Personality and Character Disorders, Relationshipsaddiction, control, dependence, emotional dependence, empowerment, independence, manipulation, Unhealthy RelationshipsDr. Simon Emotional dependency is perhaps the most insidious type of dependency, and to the degree we possess it, it can put us at a significant disadvantage when it comes to establishing or maintaining relationships.