Can Spending Be An Addiction?   A spending addiction is a process addiction whereby the individual is addicted to something that is not an addictive substance like alcohol, heroin, or pain medication. Process addictions are also referred to as behavioral addictions or compulsions, as is seen with compulsive shopping or gambling. There are other terms...Read More

Creating New Patterns of Behavior and Thinking   The addicted brain experiences many thoughts and exhibits many behaviors during the course of an addiction.  The addict has thoughts related to getting the drug or alcohol, finding resources to buy the drug or alcohol, and using the drug or alcohol.  The addict’s behaviors are centered around...Read More