In our hyper-connected world, the line between fandom and fixation can blur dangerously. This article explores how social media amplifies erotomanic tendencies, examining real-life cases and offering insights into treatment
Your interest in sex seems to have taken a turn towards a compulsion, and is on the brink of causing risks to your relationships. Is this constant fixation on sex
One of only two addictions that don’t recommend abstinence as a method of recovery, sex addiction is a serious type of behavioural addiction with specific treatment needs. Knowing how to
OnlyFans has made it easier than ever to live out sexual fantasies online, spurring a rise in addiction to its services. Being able to identify if you have a problem
Cryptocurrency is finance’s newest frontier, and its vast potential for gains – as well as losses – has grabbed headlines and gained international attention. But for some, trading cryptocurrency could
With fun flavors and bright colours, vaping has long been presented as a safer alternative to smoking. But just how safe is safer? As more research is collected on this
The revelations of professional footballers facing gambling addiction issues have further highlighted the pervasive problem of gambling in the UK. As the negative impacts of gambling continue to grow, the
The global obesity epidemic has spurred further research into what compels people to overeat, finding that unhealthy relationships with food bear some striking similarities to drug addiction. Understanding the parallels
Long thought of as a disorder affecting men, rates of gambling addiction have steadily climbed among women. Understanding the reasons why women use gambling to cope can help to identify
If you are recovering from a behavioural addiction like sex addiction, you might not expect the intensity of withdrawal symptoms that tend to occur in early recovery. Even though these
As most people were literally left to their own devices during COVID-19 related lockdowns, many began engaging with technology in different new ways. Recent reports show that online gambling services
There are many reasons why women have a hard time accepting that their sexual behaviour may actually be indicative of a sex addiction. The reality is, you are not alone.
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
