Dr. Howard C. Samuels, PsyD, LMFT

Welcome to the Behavioral Addiction Guide

This is a vast and insightful resource for various behavioral addictions. We go through the signs, symptoms, and general info on each addiction.

Behavioral Addiction

Several behaviors produce short-term reward that may engender persistent behavior despite knowledge of adverse consequences.

Behavioral addictions are often preceded by feelings of “tension or arousal before committing the act” and “pleasure, gratification or relief at the time of committing the act”

Dual Diagnosis

Gambling Addiction

Sex Addiction

Love Addiction

Porn Addiction

Food Addiction

Shopping Addiction

Internet Addiction

Plastic Surgery Addiction

Video Game Addiction

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