Magazine Topic
addictions
Stories:
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Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol never forced itself into my hand. It never pushed its way down my throat. And it never asked to be abused by me. Those choices were all mine.
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Alcoholic Parents
In grade three a friend told me, "I can't sleep over because my parents say your mom and dad are drunks." That was the moment it hit me: my family isn't normal.
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Cancer
Shortly after having my blood tested, a nurse called and said, "You have to come to Emergency right now." I soon learned I only had 3 to 6 months left.
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Divorce
The American dream was lining up for us. We were living the life. But there was still this unhappiness, like a buzz in the background that never went away.
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Drug Addiction
I was always counting down the days until I could get my prescription refilled. Eventually it came to the point where pills became the most important thing in my life.
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Food Addiction
Anytime life got to be more than I could bear, I found comfort knowing food was available to me when I wanted it. I would eat even when I wasn’t hungry.
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Gambling
My life spun out of control. I lost two homes and nearly lost my marriage because of my addiction.
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My Husband's Drug Addiction
When he was late for work, when checks bounced, when he was caught in a lie, I blamed everything but the pills.
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My Husband's Porn addiction
The one person who I assumed considered me unique, irreplaceable, and desirable was choosing to channel his sexual energy towards a screen instead of me.
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Porn
For the entire two years I was trapped in my destructive addiction, I didn't know even one female who also struggled with it.
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Porn
The intimacy porn promised was proving to be an illusion. I was trapped, wanting the fix without the consequences – the pleasure without feeling ashamed.
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Sex Addiction
It was the need for sex that prompted my reckless drinking. That way I wouldn’t remember the deplorable things I had done to gain the attention of a guy.
Articles:
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Am I Addicted to Porn? 5 Ways to Find Out
Addictions are rarely overcome alone. Take steps to combat porn addiction today.
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Addicted to Screen Time? Try the Digital Diet
If you think your screen time isn't affecting you or others, think again!
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The Addictive Power of Donuts
Someone addicted to food has the same behavioral symptoms as someone addicted to drugs or alcohol. So how addicted are you?
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Why Can’t I Look at Porn?
Many people view porn as harmless, fun and stimulating. They may be cheating themselves of the whole experience.
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Help! I’m Addicted to Porn
Why is watching porn addictive? Does this mean it is not good? Yes, and like any addiction it’s going to take effort to break it.
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Why Married Women Watch Porn Too
Women are now more and more into porn. Even Married women. Why?
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Helping Your Husband Battle Pornography
Discovering your husband is checking out porn can be a gut-punch. It is a violation of trust so it is no wonder if you feel betrayed, angry, or hurt. Or maybe right now you are just numb and bewildered. Here is the good news. The two of you can get beyond this. Other couples have.