It also covers
addictive behaviors such as compulsive gambling.
I believe that these three studies add an interesting perspective that considers
addictive behaviors such a smoking, alcohol consumption, and gambling, and their connection with psychological disorders in twin studies.
These behaviors appeared to be explained mostly by genetic factors, suggesting that there is a genetic vulnerability for developing antisocial behaviors which may also lead to
addictive behaviors such as pathological gambling (Slutske, et al., 2001).
Mindfulness - based interventions (MBIs) have been found to be effective in reducing
addictive behaviors such as substance abuse and gambling, with mindfulness - based interventions that promote the establishment of a long - term, ongoing mindfulness practice being the most effective (Wilson et al., 2017).
Not exact matches
For example, a recent study by Lee, the KAIST professor, found that people who turn to their smartphones for «mood adjustment purposes,»
such as to relieve boredom, stress or depression, may form a habit of using their phones for those objectives, which can lead to
addictive behaviors.
Problematic video game use isn't all that different from other types of
addictive behavior,
such as alcohol or drug abuse, which can be spurred by poor coping strategies.
Problematic video game use isn't all that different from other types of
addictive behavior,
such as alcohol or drug abuse, which can be spurred by poor coping strategies, Hilgard said.
Dopamine - blocking medications could target not only
addictive drugs
such as cocaine, but also compulsive
behaviors like gambling or eating.
The study showed that these brain abnormalities contribute in part to difficulty with inhibitory control — the ability to regulate self - control over temptations and impulsive
behavior — which is related to mental health problems
such as
addictive behavior and attention - deficit / hyperactivity disorder.
«Decision - making dysfunctions and resultant altered neural processing could provide a biomarker to identify those at high - risk for
addictive behaviors,» said Paulus, who added that much additional research is needed before scientists could begin to use
such an approach.
People who exhibit personality traits
such as impulsive
behavior, the inability to deal with stress, or the constant search for instant gratification are often said to have an
addictive personality.
The problem is that the
addictive behavior,
such as eating a muffin or having a beer, works for only a short time, and then the
addictive behavior itself becomes a cause of pain.
Codependent
behavior enables negative traits in one another,
such as the support of
addictive behaviors, irresponsibility or mental illness.
Specialists in the field also work with parents and other family members to educate and counsel them on the special needs of children to help prevent the development of
addictive behaviors,
such as smoking, before they start.
Others specialize in services
such as marital counseling, sexual disorders and
addictive behaviors.
Helping clients deal with
such major issues as bereavement, anger management and
addictive behaviors call for a mental health professional familiar with both counseling and drug therapy approaches.
In addition to dealing with substance abuse and dependence, I have extensive experience in assessing and treating other
addictive behaviors,
such as eating compulsions, shopping / spending, pornography and sexual addiction, and codependency.
These underlying factors can be addressed in psychotherapy along with learning new resources for managing
addictive behaviors,
such as educational lectures, family therapy, 12 step groups, and / or referral to a medical doctor for medication that aids your overall recovery.
Individuals coping with compulsive and
addictive sexual
behavior also struggle with underlying issues
such as affect dysregulation and mood disorders.
Yet for other men and women, the
addictive behaviors may cross over into illegal activities
such as exhibitionism, voyeurism, obscene phone calls, sex with prostitutes, or sex with people found on websites that cater to sex addicts.
«I am best suited for clients who are looking for holistic approaches to recovery in issues
such as: anxiety, depression, self - esteem, relationships and in particular substance abuse or other
addictive dependence
behaviors.
DYSFUNCTIONAL PATTERNS: Deeper dysfunctional patterns,
such as recurrent relationship issues, chronic anxiety, low self - esteem, depressive moods, or
addictive behaviors, will take some deeper work, but you can definitely experience relief and even resolution.
My approach is to examine the symbolic, metaphorical meaning of the
addictive substance and its use and to explore the inner meaning and motivation for
such behavior.
One possible explanation is grounded in the fact that interpersonal aggression can be a consequence of all sorts of
addictive behaviors,
such as substance dependence (Giancola et al. 1996), alcohol dependence (Pihl and Peterson 1995), and pathological gambling (Parke and Griffiths 2005).
We resist «what is» in our present moments and that resistance shows up as avoidance and repression through common
behaviors such as: distracting ourselves with activities and work; indulging in
addictive behaviors; blaming and judging ourselves for what we experience and feel; disowning unacceptable parts of ourselves, etc..