There are all kinds of addictions people struggle with in their daily lives. These different types of addiction are often categorized under either behavioral addictions, in which you physically do something that leads to a possible chemical release within your brain, or a substance addiction, in which you physically ingest something, such as consuming alcohol, breathing in a narcotic, or taking a drug. While these drugs and behavioral addictions are starkly different from one another, each has the potential to seriously affect your family life, destroy important relationships, cause the loss of jobs, and lead to legal problems. Due to this, it is important to understand these different addictions and to seek help.
Kinds Of Substance Addictions
Substance addictions are the most commonly referenced forms of addiction, but behavioral addictions can sometimes come out of nowhere and when it is least expected. However, in terms of substance addictions, some of the more common types of addiction include:
Kinds of Behavioral Addictions
Behavioral addictions often have a very simple origin. Perhaps you were in a casino with a friend, put down a random bet on a random table, just to pass the time, and you won. That sudden feeling of winning may have caused a chemical release in your body that you’d never felt before. To replicate that feeling you then continue to gamble. But, as is almost always the case, the house will win more often than not, which can lead to some serious monetary problems (which then will lead to job and family issues as well). All of these types of addiction do not start as an addiction but can spiral out of control. Some of the more common behavioral addictions include:
- Eating disorders
- Gambling addiction
- Added to video games
- Porn addiction
- Sex addiction
- Social media addiction
Different Recovery Methods For Different Disorders
There are different recovery methods for different addiction disorders. For example, substance abuse often begins with a detox process, where the body must rid itself of the particular drug. Following detox, there is possibly a rehab stay. Rehab helps give the body a fresh start, but it still very much is up to the mind to help maintain a sober lifestyle.
Behavioral addictions do not generally require a detox period, as there is no chemical alteration being consumed by the body. However, the body still desires the release it experiences after these actions take place. Due to this, a rehab service is often necessary as the body needs to be separated from the addiction.
If you are suffering from a behavioral addiction (or possibly you have both a substance and behavioral addiction, which isn’t uncommon) it is important to look for a rehab center that provides services for these kinds of addictions.
Help For Your Battle With Addiction Is A Phone Call Away
If you’re currently struggling with addiction you do not need to battle through it on your own. The best way to move past your addiction and into a healthier lifestyle is to seek out assistance. This is often the best way to keep addiction at bay, regardless of the types of addiction you may struggle with. So, if you’re ready to take the first step in your new life, now is the perfect time to contact the staff at Red Oak Recovery by calling us at 866.457.7590.
