Am I addicted to my cell phone? Addiction is evident when an obsession with something disrupts the more important things in life, like personal relationships, schooling, or jobs. People can become addicted to pretty much anything. While teens are far more likely to become addicted to their cell phone, they will become adults and that … Read more
Am I a compulsive gambler? Gambling is addictive if it interferes with a person’s day-to-day life. Many behaviors, like gambling, can become as addictive as a substance. Between 2%-4% of Americans are compulsive gamblers and teens are about 3 times more likely to become gambling addicts than adults. There are 2 categories of gambling addiction … Read more
Am I a compulsive shopper? Is your closet full of clothes you’ve never worn? Is your makeup drawer or jewelry box overflowing? Do you find it impossible to buy just one or two CDs at a time? Does the phrase ‘Shop til you drop’ describe you to a tee? You may be one of about … Read more
Does the diet plan I’m considering actually have a good chance of helping me lose weight? The diet plan you choose to lose weight is critical to your success, whether you design you own plan decide to follow a published plan. If you can’t live with the plan, you can’t lose weight. And if the … Read more
When is drug abuse actually a drug addiction? Drug abuse may turn into drug addiction. How can you recognize if that has happened? Keep in mind that ‘drugs’ includes illegal drugs, as well as inhalants, solvents, steroids, among others. Take this quick assessment to learn more about the signs that drug abuse has progressed into … Read more
Does my drug use put me at risk for a drug abuse problem? Generally, when most people talk about substance abuse, they are referring to the use of illegal drugs. However, there are substances that can be abused for their mood-altering effects that are not drugs at all, such as inhalants and solvents, and there … Read more
Is my drinking normal or am I at risk of alcoholism? Is your drinking considered normal, by you and others, or do you think you may be alcoholic? This quick assessment is based on the Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), one of the most widely used, and is designed to give you an effective screening … Read more
How can I tell if I, my child, or someone I know might have anorexia? Messages are all around us of the benefits of a healthy diet and regular exercise. Advice on how to do that is also readily available. However, an obsession with losing weight and exercising can lead to anorexia. The emotional and … Read more