Addictions
Addictions could include psychological dependency on such things as alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, gambling, food, sex, pornography, computers, video games, internet, work, exercise, idolising, watching TV or certain types of non-pornographic videos, spiritual obsession, pain, cutting and shopping. These behaviours can cause guilt, shame, fear, hopelessness, failure, rejection, anxiety, or humiliation symptoms associated with, among other medical conditions, depression and epilepsy.
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Substance Abuse ANZ (2)Substance Abuse UK (5) | Substance Abuse US (19) |
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Centre for Addiction and Mental Health http://www.camh.net CAMH is Canada's largest mental health and addiction teaching hospital. CAMH combines clinical care, research, education, policy development and health promotion to help transform the lives of people affected by mental health and addiction issues. | |
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Addiction Today http://www.addictiontoday.org Journal devoted to evidence based treatment for all forms of addiction and dependency. Includes lists of treatment centres, therapists, techniques and self help information with guest bloggers providing additional articles. | |