It’s possible that you’ve heard of EMDR as a method that is frequently used by trauma therapists, but you’re not really sure what it is or how it works. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a type of therapy that might seem to be a bit strange at first. In fact, when it was [...]
Internet sex addiction, also known as cybersex addiction, is an addiction characterized by virtual Internet sexual activity. It may consist of viewing online pornography, participating in adult fantasy chat rooms, embarking in cybersex relationships or using webcams. Internet sex addiction is a compulsive behavior and it therefore means that anyone suffering from it is / [...]
By now, most people are well aware that long-term and even short-term drug use can have a huge impact on our bodies and minds. The good news is that there is plenty of help for drug addicts available but one of the first stages of entering recovery is understanding exactly what you’re putting your body [...]
It’s common knowledge that drugs alter the way we think and behave. Why exactly is this however and just how bad is it for our brains? Drugs are chemicals that tap into the brain’s communication system and disrupt the way that nerve cells send, receive and process information. There are two ways that they do [...]
Whether you suspect that you may have been through a traumatic event that you just can’t remember, or you’re someone who fully remembers a traumatic event, and you frequently have flashbacks, the thought of talking to someone about it might be a bit overwhelming for you. It can be hard to think about sitting down [...]
Admitting that you have a drug addiction is probably the biggest challenge you will face. The next step is recovery and there is absolutely no doubt that this can be both difficult and daunting. Having an idea of what you can expect when you’re going through drug addiction recovery can really help. Exactly how you [...]
Supporting a spouse through addiction is difficult and is likely to put a strain on even the strongest and most loving relationships. As the partner of a gambler, there are a number of challenges you will face throughout the recovery process including: Feeling powerless while your partner is gambling Trying to come to terms with [...]
Unlike many medical conditions, sex addiction is typically not caused by one specific fact or experience. Because this is a condition that has only very recently been taken seriously, it means that the risk factors are often not well understood and are even considered to be somewhat controversial. Among the studies and research which has [...]
One of the characteristics that is exhibited by those who have been through traumatic events is silence. Many trauma victims remain silent about what they’ve been through for many years, and they do so for any number of personal reasons. Some of these may include: The fear of experiencing the traumatic event all over again [...]
Relapse is a common part of any addiction whether you’re trying to overcome drugs, alcohol, gambling or sex. This should never stop you from seeking help and starting your journey to recovery however. Establishing an effective approach is half the battle and often the reason why people fail in the first place is because of [...]