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Other addictions

Gambling

Gambling is an addictive behaviour, make no mistake about it! It has all the properties of a psychoactive substance, because it changes the neurochemistry of the brain.

One of the main symptoms of gambling addiction is that it becomes an overriding passion of the gambler's life. An inability to stop gambling and continuing despite negative consequesences are also characteristics of gambling addiction.

It starts out as a recreational activity and progresses to a compulsive behaviour, which becomes the main focus of a gambler's life.

For more info: Read our article on GAMBLING ADDICTION / Q & A

Pornography

No need to wonder whether pornography in its many forms is addictive. Just ask any porn addict, they will tell you how powerful its hold is. With the internet and its availability on mobile devices (like cell phones) it has become increasingly easily accessible. Years ago it was a crime to sell pornographic material, now it is available on your phone and computer.

Read much more on our page: PORNOGRAPHY

Gaming addiction

PC games, Playstation and Xbox has become a Billion Dollar industry. It is now bigger than the movie industry. Research compared the young gamers' playing habits to the American Psychiatric Association's list of symptoms of gambling addiction and the result was shocking! Read more about this new addiction, how to identify it and tips for parents looking for answers...

TNT article: GAMING ADDICTION

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