addiction
Is Fear of Emotion Driving Our Addiction?
As human beings, the deepest, most core conflict we face is whether or not to... >>
Amy Winehouse, the Reluctant Celebrity: A Parable On the Fatal Cost of Fame
With the nationwide release of Amy, the bio-doc of Amy Winehouse, I am reminded of... >>
What Happens When You Give Up Your Phone for 3 Days?
What is your relationship like with your mobile phone? Do you use it for calls?... >>
VIDEO: Dr. James Garbarino Talks About the Advantages of Predictability, Regardless of the Situation
Watch an exerpt from PsychAlive’s exclusive interview with Dr. James Garbarino. Dr. James Garbarino talks... >>
Confessions of a Shopoholic
Crystal is a power shopper. She arrives at our lunch wearing a $2,300 white, billowy... >>
Understanding Compulsive Shopping
by Katherine Todd I have always loved to shop. I shop in order... >>
Fame is a Dangerous Drug: A phenomenological glimpse of celebrity
Fame is a dangerous drug. I should know. I wrote the book on it —... >>
Compulsive Shopping
Like most process addictions, compulsive spending and shopping serves an unconscious purpose. The purpose is... >>
Breaking Free from Addiction
I must admit, I was curious as to why my sister was sitting me down... >>
Are You an Addict?
The tabloids and reality TV shows documenting the erratic, out-of-control behaviors associated with drinking and... >>