enmeshment · dependence · neurosis · infantile · regression · smothering · overprotective · codependence · unconscious · libido · repression · jealousy · rivalry · paternal · womb · nurturing · separation · abandonment
IDEA.org / Words / mother fixation
Related — complex (Having many interconnected parts); psychoanalysis (Treatment via unconscious exploration); attachment (Connection or fondness); mama's boy · apron strings · enmeshment · dependence · neurosis · infantile · regression · smothering · overprotective · codependence
parental attachment objectmother fixation ≠ Electra complex Daughter's unconscious paternal desire; father complex · daddy issues
attachment healthmother fixation ≠ secure attachment Reliable caregiver-child emotional bond; individuation · self-differentiation
attachment independencemother fixation ≠ individuation Distinguishing one from many; self-differentiation · detachment · leaving the nest
Word data: Linguabase (CC0) · www.idea.org/words/mother_fixation