Question 1

what is the definition or description of: slot machine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Addictions are best: described by looking at eight elements.   The first four define whether or not addiction exists: 1) It is mood altering, 2) It's compulsive, 3) It creates hardship or damage and 4) One doesn't stop despite the damage.  The next four aspects tell us how the addiction manifests: 1) Tolerance, 2) Dependence, 3) Craving and 4) Whether its chronic or bingeing in presentation.   All addictions  qualify.

Question 2

what is the treatment for slot machine addiction?

Accepted Answer

Slot machine addicti: Firstly do not go to the casino, secondly move away from the casino thirdly seek the assistance of a psychologist who may be able to help if the other two do not. Lastly you can buy a small slot machine for your home and just play it in the comforts of your home.

Question 3

why are slot machines so addictive?

Accepted Answer

Slot machine Silly: This is an interesting question and relies upon a basic principal in psychology known as variable reinforcement.  When you unpredictably reinforce a behavior (playing the slots) with a positive outcome (winning money) you cause that behavior to be repeated over and over in the "hope" of getting the reward.  Rats can be trained to push a bar non-stop if they're fed periodically as a reward.

Question 4

i went to see my aunt today so wonderin what alcohol/drugs cause squirmin n lot more gigglin to she has history of alcohol n dtug addiction please hel?

Accepted Answer

Could be anything: Getting "high" usually includes a sense of euphoria and decreased inhibition. The symptoms you describe could be from abuse of almost anything or even represent an underlying medical or psychological condition. Have you talked to her about getting help? Also, not to be judgemental, but i hope you are not on all 3 of the medications on your profile at the same time. Opiates can be addictive.

Question 5

what causes drug addiction?

Accepted Answer

Socio economics: There are multiple factors, socio economics, exposure and culture, life style, upbringing and access to addictive substances.

Question 6

what causes rid of a shopping addiction?

Accepted Answer

Debtors Anonymous: Twelve step programs work for behavioral as well as chemical addictions.  Debtors anonymous helps those with this type of addiction.

Question 7

stress, caused by gambling addiction and family commitments?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: What the specific question is, but these are serious issues that could b helped by therapy and medication.

Question 8

is there an age in which drug addiction will cause the most problems?

Accepted Answer

Early age onset: Drug addiction starting in early adolescence seems to have longer lasting and more hard to treat version. This is a time when your brain is maturing and drugs interfere with the development of complex psychological and physical changes.

Question 9

wanted to know if cigarettes cause other addictions besides nicotine?

Accepted Answer

No: Many smokers are dependent on the nicotine and never develop any other addictions. That being said, there are many people who are "cross-addicted" to cigarettes and any number of other drugs.

Question 10

i have a  table salt addiction, i even eat it raw. i have had it since i was 6. can it cause any problems for me?

Accepted Answer

Excessive SaltIntake: You need a complete medical workup by your internist.  There are a few endocrine problems that drive people to crave NaCl (Salt).

Consumption of excessive extra salt in the diet, is not normal, not good for you, and may lead to hypertension, kidney problems.

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