Health Consequences of Sex Addiction

As well as taking an emotional toll on both the sufferer and the people closest to them, sex addiction does sadly often lead to a number of health consequences. Below we have listed some of the most common physical and mental problems which can arise if sex addiction treatment isn’t sought out in a timely [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00March 23rd, 2018|Addiction|

The Path Out of Cocaine Addiction

Cocaine is one of the most addictive illegal drugs sold today. Because of this, many people who were introduced to it at a young age struggle to remove themselves from the drug. They continue to use it for many years, even if they don’t want to and often can’t stop until they hit rock bottom. [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00March 23rd, 2018|Addiction|

5 Ways Sex Addiction is Ruining Your Life

Sex addiction is sexual behavior a person feels they have no control over. More often than not, it leads to psychological distress and can have a huge impact on the sufferer’s personal and professional functioning. As with any addiction, sexual addiction comes with a long list of negative consequences. If you think that you may [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00March 23rd, 2018|Addiction|

What Distinguishes Sex Addiction from Compulsion?  

The distinction between a compulsion and an addiction can be difficult to determine because there is a fine line between the two and even the medical profession’s perception of each changes as new research becomes available. While addiction and compulsion both have biological, genetic and psychological components, there are some key differences. A compulsion is [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00February 18th, 2018|Addiction|

Depression and Substance Abuse

According to data from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, people who suffer from a mood disorder are twice as likely to abuse drugs or alcohol. Mood disorders are in fact so common alongside substance abuse, that a term has been coined for it; dual diagnosis. Unfortunately, the two problems feed off each other – [...]

By |2018-04-03T21:49:12-04:00February 18th, 2018|Addiction|

Classifying Hypersexual Disorders

Hypersexual disorder, also known as hypersexuality, is a time-consuming, fantasy-based disorder. It’s a pattern of behavior which involves an intense preoccupation with sexual fantasies, urges and activities. This often leads to adverse consequences including significant distress and the inability to participate in social, professional and other important functions. The disorder was under consideration for inclusion in [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00February 18th, 2018|Addiction|

3 Tough Choices You Face During Addiction Recovery

Now that you’re in drug addiction recovery, you’ve made it past some very big hurdles and life changes. Arguably, a very hard part is done but naturally, you’re still going to be faced with many difficult decisions. An old friend you used with wants to meet up, should you go? You really don’t feel like [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00February 18th, 2018|Addiction|

The Role of Family in Addiction Recovery

It’s often very difficult for family members to address the fact that their loved one has a drug addiction. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration does however stress the importance of family involvement in addiction recovery. People are more likely to seek help if they know they have the support of their family [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00January 11th, 2018|Addiction|

Ways to Cope with Anger in Drug Addiction Recovery

It’s not uncommon for individuals who enter treatment to struggle with anger – the early days are after all an emotional rollercoaster with great highs and lows. One of the many reasons why anger is seen so often in drug addiction treatment is because substance abuse is often the result of trauma. You may have [...]

By |2021-12-15T03:32:57-05:00January 11th, 2018|Addiction|

5 Tips for a Drug and Alcohol-Free New Year

Many of us look forward to the New Year celebrations but for those undergoing drug rehabilitation or alcohol addiction treatment, this can be a particularly challenging time. Whether this time of year simply makes you feel lonely, financial pressures overwhelm you or all the parties make you feel tempted to take drugs or drink alcohol, [...]

By |2018-01-03T04:10:22-05:00December 11th, 2017|Addiction|