Addiction & Recovery
An addiction is a chronic disorder in which a substance blinds an individual, or engages in an activity, that gives them an immense amount of pleasure but has become detrimental to their everyday life. Compulsive behaviors and addictions can temporarily provide confidence, control, validation or other emotions lacking in one’s life. Still, the behavior may not stop until the root of the problem is addressed.
Addiction changes the brain through the limbic system, also known as the "brain reward system." This part of the brain is responsible for producing feelings of pleasure and will manifest thoughts such as, "I deserve this," or "Let’s do that again." The abuse of addictive substances and behaviors triggers this system, which can prolong a continuous cycle of destructive behavior.
Common addictions include but are not limited to:
- Drug or alcohol abuse
- Gambling
- Internet
- Shopping
- Food
Seek Professional Assistance
People who have developed an addiction may be unaware that it is out of control, which is why counseling is an essential part of working through and managing this condition. An addiction of any sort can be exhausting and one should never go through the recovery process alone.
Many treatment plans focus on talk therapy and behavior therapy and can be performed in a group or through one-on-one sessions. During these sessions, patients analyze the reasons behind their addiction(s), what triggers are, and what helped them control impulses in the past. Patients also learn coping skills so they can manage the compulsions without relapsing.
Book a consultation today for Addiction And Recovery with Robin Bates-Pualuan, LMFT, LPCC . Call (408) 874-6574 or book a consultation online.
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Robin Bates-Pualuan, LMFT, LPCC | South Bay Psychotherapy
Find help for Anxiety or Fears, Codependency, Depression, Parenting, Postpartum Depression, Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Work & Career Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Service Areas: Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Saratoga, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Los Altos, Mountain View, San Jose, Palo Alto, Milpitas, Willow Glen, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, Morgan Hill, Silicon Valley and the greater Bay Area.
Marriage and Family Therapist & counselor in Campbell, California, 95008
