Friday, May 18, 2012

Addiction

Addiction

Family members of addicts experience tremendous pain and upheaval, as their loved one slips away to their addiction.  It is important for affected family members to undergo their own recovery process.  Read More →

Sex Addiction

Sex Addiction

Sexual addiction describes the phenomenon in which individuals report being unable to manage their sexual behavior.  Individuals with a sexual addiction have an unusually intense sex drive and thoughts... [Read more of this review]

Gambling Addiction

Gambling Addiction

Ludomania, more commonly known as, compulsive or problem gambling is an addictive behavior, in which an individual is preoccupied with gambling and continues to engage in this behavior, despite a desire... [Read more of this review]

Shopping Addiction

Shopping Addiction

Compulsive shopping, lesser known as omniomania, is a behavioral addiction, where shopping becomes the individual’s primary coping mechanism, pursued to excess, despite negative associated consequences. ... [Read more of this review]

Video Game Addiction

Video Game Addiction

While video game addiction does not have nearly the physical health consequences of many of the other addictions, it is debilitating none the less.  If you or your loved one spend an excessive amount... [Read more of this review]

Alcoholism and Addiction

Alcoholism and Addiction

A significant percentage of my practice is comprised of individuals struggling with alcoholism and addiction.  For most of these individuals, shame and guilt are pervasive, chronic, and destructive. ... [Read more of this review]