Common Addictions

Many of us have heard the term ‘Retail Therapy’ and will have thought that this is the term given to someone who is spending money on frivolous items as a means of making themselves feel better about ...

Many people might find it difficult to believe but there are a great number of individuals who are addicted to the practice of self-harm. What is Self Harm? This practice – also known as self ...

Caffiene is a highly addictive substance found in many drinks and even in some medications. Many consumers of caffiene are unaware of the negative and physically damaging effects that caffiene ...

Chocolate addiction can have serious consequences on a persons health due to excessive sugar consumption, dental cavities and excessive weight gain. Overcoming this addiction is possible using a ...

Computer addiction is a modern complaint increased by the advent of easy fast and cheap access. The knowledge needed for working and running a computer is now also freely taught in schools as it is ...

Overcoming an addiction to drugs can be an extremely difficult task but one which may ultimately save a life. Along with the destruction drugs can cause to relationships, employment and emotions, ...

Exercise addiction is now accepted as a legitimate addiction. It can cause the same feelings of euphoria, and tolerance and dependence can result. It is treated in a similar manner to other ...

Food addiction can be a very serious problem for many people and in some circumstances can lead to death. Food addiction is defined as a compulsive disorder causing over-eating or bulimia which ...

Gambling is often a source of great entertainment and a pleasurable activity for many people and has been enjoyed for centuries. However it can become addictive very quickly and easily, and many ...

Beating an addiction to illegal drugs can be extremely difficult for some addicts. A knowledge of the expectations during the withdrawal period is important and preparation is essential. With ...

Addiction to porn is a form of sexual addiction but is actually quite difficult to determine as it is not easy to differentiate between a healthy interest in sex and exploration and an addiction. ...

Sex addiction often occurs as a result of a childhood trauma and therapies incuding psychotherapy will help the individual discover and address these issues using approved methods. In order to ...

Casual addictions are relatively difficult to define. They are thought to be relatively harmless unless they begin to have negative impact on other aspects of life, whence behaviour should be ...

Co-dependency is a difficult term to describe as there are many issues and concerns surrounding this name. Thought of as a psychological concept a co-dependent could be described as a person who ...

Eating disorders are very dangerous illness and can be as distressing for the family as they are for the sufferer. They usually arise as a result of a traumatic event and are displayed as unhealthy ...

Sugar addiction is an increasingly common addiction and often undiagnosed condition due to the amount of hidden sugars in our diets. Manufacturers add sugar to almost all products, causing people to ...