Much like drugs and alcohol, some people use sex to deal with stress and anxiety. While this can be healthy in moderation, it can also lead to addiction. Like other addictions, it causes shame and feelings of inadequacy. Though in most cases, the pattern of destructive behavior continues. If you or your partner/spouse is suffering…
When you are entering rehab, thoughts of sex are likely far off. You are trying to survive and get well. However, as you go through residential rehab treatment and enter the relapse prevention phase, thoughts of sexual health in recovery from addiction may pop up. Does your partner still see you the same way or do…
The word “addiction” usually evokes images related to drug or alcohol abuse, but process addictions (also known as behavioral addictions) can be just as destructive. If you find yourself relying on harmful behavior patterns in order to feel normal, it is easy to develop a process addiction. Feeling an intense desire to repeatedly engage in…
A lot of people say they have an addictive personality, or that they don’t have one. This may lead you to ask, what is an addictive personality? While it can be an easy thing to claim, an addictive personality is medically possible. Some people’s brains are wired differently, and those people become addicted to things…
People associate addiction with drug and alcohol use, but it’s more widespread. What are process addictions, for example? They are the lesser-known forms of addiction that focus more on psychological compulsion than physical dependence. If you or a loved one has a process addiction, please reach out to the center for addiction and mental health…
Teenagers need a different approach when it comes to overcoming substance abuse disorders. If you’re looking for a young adult rehab program Portland Oregon families trust, Crestview Recovery is a good place to begin. It’s important to find a recovery center that can remove you or your teen from an unhealthy environment. Our facility is located in…
When you are facing addiction, or you know someone who is, you often realize that there are a lot of labels that get placed on people who struggle with addiction. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome those labels and the way they can make you feel. When it comes to life skills rehab Portland Oregon, the…