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A true addiction is an uncontrollable compulsion which provides temporary relief from significant inner pain and increases it. Four types of addiction are substances, including sugar, fat and carbohydrates (comfort foods); relationships, co-dependence, excitement (rage, risk, sexual arousal and relief). Some substance addictions have genetic predispositions and/or create biological cravings that amplify psychological needs.

All Addictions are:

  • progressive
  • irrational and unresponsive to logic and willpower
  • self-amplifying (causing more of the discomfort they try to relieve)
  • have characteristics, symptoms like denial, guilt remorse cycles, and relapses
  • cause serious personal, family and societal problems
  • are often life-shortening
  • reliably indicate a low-nuturance childhood, major wounds and unawareness

Types of addictions might include:

  • chemical dependency
  • alcohol
  • gambling
  • internet
  • compulsive shopping and spending
  • chronic pain
  • cigarette smoking
  • prescription drugs
  • caffeine

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