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'Addiction' phenomenon.

J R Neill1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Lexington.

Southern Medical Journal
|August 1, 1991
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The addiction metaphor now applies to many behaviors beyond substance use. Self-help literature offers a common recovery path, aiding patient support.

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Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • The term "addiction" has broadened beyond its traditional association with substance abuse.
  • This expansion encompasses a wide range of behaviors, reflecting societal trends.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the expansion of the medical addiction metaphor to diverse behaviors.
  • To analyze the common recovery pathways presented in addiction self-help literature.

Main Methods:

  • Review of addiction-related self-help literature.
  • Analysis of recovery strategies and common themes within this literature.

Main Results:

  • The addiction metaphor is applied to numerous non-substance-related behaviors.
  • A consistent recovery framework is evident across popular self-help addiction resources.

    • Conclusions:

    • Understanding the self-help addiction literature is valuable for clinicians.
    • This knowledge can enhance patient care and treatment approaches for various behavioral "addictions".