Compulsive Sexual Behavior and Its Connection To Other Mental Health Disorders
Compulsive Sexual Behavior (CSB), often referred to in lay terms as sex addiction, is a condition marked by an uncontrollable urge to engage in sexual activities despite potential negative consequences. While sexual expression is a normal part of human behavior, CSB stands out due to its intensity, frequency, and the distress it causes, affecting personal, social, and occupational aspects of life.
The Intersection of Gambling Disorder and Dual Diagnosis
Beyond the individual struggle with gambling itself lies a complex interplay of co-occurring psychiatric disorders, framing a scenario often referred to as Dual Diagnosis. This co-occurrence, where at least one psychiatric disorder exists alongside Gambling Disorder, amplifies the challenge of treatment, complicates the prognosis, and diversifies the clinical presentation of affected individuals.
Anxiety Online: A New Approach to Mental Health
Can the Internet Help with Anxiety Disorders? Nearly 20% of American adults suffer from an anxiety disorder, less than half of which receive professional treatment. This is not necessarily due to a lack of treatment options, rather the barriers to treatment. Aside from cost and access, stigma and fear play a large part of the […]
Helping or Enabling? Al-Anon Can Help
Loving an Alcoholic If you love someone who abuses alcohol, you want more than anything to help that person. Read on to ensure the help you are providing isn’t causing more suffering and visit Al-Anon to take the quiz. Making Excuses Have you ever made excuses or lied to protect your loved one’s behavior […]
