Tag: #AddictionAwareness

Ever find yourself asking, “Why am I back in the same place I swore I’d move past?” It’s easy to fall into familiar patterns, hoping for different results without changing what drives them. But our beliefs shape our behaviors—and those behaviors shape our outcomes. When you recognize that cycle, you can start to see how…
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None of us go through life without experiencing loss, and the grief that comes with it. While some people are naturally equipped with stronger coping mechanisms, others may face more frequent or intense losses. Each new loss can stir up the pain of previous ones, bringing old wounds back to the surface. Grieving is a…
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Many adults may not realize that children can start gambling at a very young age. Nowadays, with most children receiving smartphones around the ages of 10 to 11, this not only exposes them to social media peer pressure but also to the risk of engaging in gambling as minors. Problem gambling is a hidden addiction…
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Abuse refers to any action intended to control or harm another person. It is frequently driven by a desire to assert power and dominance over someone else. Abuse can take many forms, including physical (domestic violence), sexual, verbal, financial, or psychological mistreatment. All forms of abuse can range from subtle to severe in their effects.…
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For many, the idea of a happy, supportive family is a cherished dream. In reality, navigating family relationships can be challenging, even under the best circumstances. Every family – whether it includes parents and children, blended families, or extended relatives – faces its own unique joys and struggles. Each member plays an important role, and…
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National Great Outdoors Month is a month-long celebration held in June to encourage Americans to enjoy public lands and waters. If you’re concerned about your gambling or that of a loved one, it can mean so much more. Stepping outside and spending time in the great outdoors is not only enjoyable but is also healthy for the…
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Gambling addiction is often viewed as an individual struggle, a personal battle against urges, debts, and loss. But behind every compulsive gambler is a network of people—family members, partners, children, and close friends—who are also deeply affected by the addiction. The consequences extend far beyond financial hardship, seeping into emotional well-being, relationships, and even the…
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At its root, denial is a psychological defense and coping mechanism. While it can temporarily shield you from anxiety and emotional pain, it can get in the way of leading a healthy and honest lifestyle. When it comes to gambling addiction, denial can prevent individuals from seeking help or recognizing the impact of their actions.…
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Cross addiction is when someone has two or more addictive behaviors at the same time. There are two ways of looking at cross addiction. One is when someone uses two different substances or behaviors at the same time, like drugs and alcohol or alcohol and gambling. The second is when someone “trades one addiction for…
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When someone has become addicted to gambling, there are actual changes in the brain. We can even say there is damage done to the brain, because it changes how the brain functions. This happens in any addiction. The brain starts producing more of the “feel-good” neurotransmitter dopamine based on the stimulant – in this case,…
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