Addiction and Dependency
Substance Dependence: drugs, alcohol
Information & Characteristics:
Substance dependence, involving drugs and alcohol, refers to a maladaptive pattern of use leading to significant impairment or distress. It features a need for increasing amounts to achieve the desired effect, withdrawal symptoms, and continued use despite negative consequences.
Characteristics include physical dependence, compulsive use, and disruption of daily activities.
Definitions:
Substance Dependence: A condition characterized by a psychological and physical reliance on drugs or alcohol.
Non-Substance Dependence: porn, sex, social media, gaming, technology
Information & Characteristics:
Non-substance dependence encompasses compulsive behaviors that do not involve traditional substances, such as porn, sex, social media, gaming, and technology. These behaviors become disruptive when they interfere with daily life and personal relationships.
Characteristics include obsessive thinking, difficulty regulating usage, and emotional distress when unable to engage in the behavior.
Definitions:
Non-Substance Dependence: Behavioral addictions marked by compulsive engagement in rewarding non-substance-related activities.