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“Love addiction” isn’t listed in the DSM-5 it is indeed a very real addiction for those who have to live through it. Anyone who has suffered the pain of a “crush” or the agony of a breakup knows the symptoms. Many of the symptoms mirror those of someone with an addiction to drugs or alcohol.

Addiction is not always pretty. It’s easy to think “It’s not that bad yet” and avoid seeking help. If this is happening to you, addiction is impacting your life. You’ve experienced legal trouble as a result of your substance abuse: Arrests, DUI’s, license suspension, eviction, theft, crime, selling drugs, buying drugs, domestic violence, public violence,

Coming to treatment can mean discovering underlying health issues and co-occurring disorders which have never been treated before. Medication might become part of your life, either for a while, or for a lifetime. Managing medication in a safe and responsible way is possible because, like with so many things, there’s an app for that. What

Mental health disorders can be specific. Being able to diagnose a particular mental health disorder on your own will be a challenge. If you are concerned that a loved one is experiencing struggles with mental health, there are general signs and symptoms you can look for. Often, those who are struggling with mental health issues

Addiction can quickly get out of hand, consuming someone’s life entirely. If you notice any of these signs in a friend, it is time to inform their family or take measure to intervene. With luck, they’ll agree to treatment and begin a life of recovery, free from drugs. Lack Of Manageability They always end up

Patrick J. Kennedy of the infamous Kennedy bloodline has spoken publicly about mental health in his life, his family’s life, and the life of millions of Americans. Many times he has courageously stepped forward and said “My name is Patrick and I’m an alcoholic and an addict.” In Kennedy’s childhood, there wasn’t discussion about mental

    Anger and rage are often defense mechanisms for avoiding painful emotions, challenging situations, or escaping from responsibility. Without emotional management, anger can quickly get out of hand and cause problems. Here are five tips for getting through anger successfully. Take That Pause: Once anger hits a boiling point it can be hard to

Are you a thoughtful technology user, a regular technology user, a highly engaged technology user, a technology fanatic, or a technology addict? If you consider yourself to be highly engaged, a fanatic, or even addicted to technology, there’s a good chance you’re a woman. New research shows that women are more likely to be “addicted”

Codependency hurts. When we become codependent, it feels as though a giant hole has been drilled inside our spirits and here is no way to cure it. As codependents, we think we know how to cure it. That is, we think we know that other people will better know how to cure it. We cling

Panic attacks are not pleasant. Living with a panic disorder can mean living with chronic panic attacks. However, being in recovery and doing heavy mental processing can lead to experiencing a panic attack. Signs Of A Panic Attack: Your heart rate suddenly kicks up with no apparent trigger or reason You feel as though you