Busting Addiction and Its Myths
Health & Fitness:Mental Health
This episode deals with the extreme self-centeredness of the addict/alcoholic and all its manifestations, including wildly irresponsible and sometimes violent behaviour.
We cover these topics:
Addicts are self-centered in the extreme, and will violate every value they once held dear. These violations include behaviour that is violent and physically dangerous.
They are always chasing that ultimate high, like the one they had the first time, and this urge has them seeking out even more potent drugs in higher dosages.
Do not expect rational thinking from an active addict, even when he or she is not using or drinking. This is not surprising since they are misguided by a damaged brain.
Addicts are more likely than most to be money drunks, using borrowed money to impress, buy drugs and fuel their lifestyle so long as the money lasts. The they jones for more.
Gambling addiction is also more likely among addicts and it is one of the most dangerous, non-violent offenders because it could mean the loss of the family home overnight.
6. AA and the other 30 plus 12-step programs are altruistic, open, democratic fellowships and the last thing from a cult you could ever imagine.
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