…same should be true of addiction. Don’t let addiction denial, excuses and shame prevent you from recognizing the illness and getting help. Addiction is a sickness. Fortunately, it’s also treatable;…
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…it’s your own feelings of shame, distrust, remorse, guilt, and secretiveness that lead you to this mistaken conclusion. It could also be fear. People fear what they don’t know, including…
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…of the house and, you guessed it, go right back to drinking. And that behavior will result in you feeling even worse. Depression, anxiety, shame, guilt, remorse – all those…
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…lighthearted humor. “Dogs chase cats, cats chase mice, and alcoholics drink,” he says. “It’s the nature of the disease, so there is no shame or judgment here. When I greet…
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…back to drinking or doing drugs. The key is that we recognize what has happened and strive to regain our sobriety. There is no shame or blame in the fact…
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…the process of coming out Fears of physical violence, prejudice and discrimination Strong sense of shame, particularly among those LGBT individuals who lack family support Low self-esteem from feeling “different”…
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…estimated 3 to 6 percent of the population suffers from sex addiction, though shame and stigma likely prevent many more from seeking help. Three times as many men seek treatment…
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…tools and strategies for dealing with triggers more effectively. Relapse prevention counseling can also offer emotional support during recovery and help to reduce feelings of shame and guilt. With the…
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…made aware of the havoc our addiction has caused. This awareness can lead to feelings of guilt and shame. Does forgiving ourselves let us off the hook and release us…
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…medication even though it’s causing problems in your life Planning Ahead to Avoid Painkiller Addiction After Surgery There is no shame in being addicted to prescription painkillers. After all, you…
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