Understanding and Treating Addiction

This chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities of addiction, highlighting the individualized approach required for treatment due to the spectrum nature of the disorder. It delves into the diagnostic criteria for addiction severity, the controversy surrounding sex addiction, and the interplay of psychological harm and moral reasoning within addiction. The discussion extends to treatment strategies, encompassing biological, psychological, and social interventions for various forms of addiction like drug, alcohol, pornography, and behavioral addictions.