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[In dependence on process of the act].
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|September 24, 2015
Summary
This study defines dependence, categorizing it into good and bad types. It details three forms of bad dependence, focusing on process dependence and its cyclical nature of tension and relief.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
Context:
- Explores the multifaceted nature of dependence.
- Differentiates between beneficial and detrimental reliance.
Purpose:
- To classify and define various forms of dependence.
- To elucidate the mechanisms of process dependence.
Summary:
- Introduces two primary dependence categories: mutually supporting (good) and selfish (bad).
- Outlines three types of selfish dependence: interpersonal, process, and substance.
- Details process dependence as a cycle of temporary relief, regret, increased tension, and repeated engagement in behaviors like gambling, shopping, or stealing.
Impact:
- Provides a framework for understanding problematic behavioral patterns.
- Highlights the cyclical reinforcement in process dependence.
- Offers insights into the psychological underpinnings of addictive behaviors.
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