Without it, one is more likely to
develop addictive behaviors as they have too much dopa interacting in their system, which can lead to burnout of the receptors.
Not exact matches
Among the many ills attributed to these
behaviors are a perceived risk of
developing addictive disorders, malformation of
developing teeth, speech abnormalities and infections....
They
develop treatment plans effective in dealing with an
addictive behavior, and also teach clients coping mechanisms and healthy
behaviors that can replace the use of alcohol or drugs.
As we began to openly discuss my husband's
addictive thoughts and
behaviors, as well as my experiences throughout recovery, we became more aware of triggers and more able to
develop effective coping strategies.
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).
In therapy, potential triggers or danger zones that may facilitate
addictive behavior can also be identified and a plan to avoid these triggers
developed.
Specific to the addiction field, he convincingly shows how relational problems, whether the cause or consequence of
addictive behaviors, are best treated by
developing the capacity for healthy interpersonal relationships.
Roger served as an initial consultant in the development of Mindfulness - Based Relapse Prevention for
addictive behaviors, and is currently a member of the Affiliate Faculty at Antioch University Los Angeles
developing mindfulness - based curricula.
Developing alternative, healthy coping skills will be important to being able to stop the
addictive behavior and prevent returning to it.
In my view,
addictive behavior is often related to trauma or loss and
develops as an adaptive strategy to cope with difficult or negative affective states and feelings.
Research and foundational theory behind MBRP and similar mindfulness - based programs
developed by other researchers in the field of
addictive behaviors are reviewed.
Kim Seelbrede views
addictive behaviors as symptoms of other underlying, unresolved issues and has
developed a special interest in recovery support as well as having received specialized training in this area.