The aim of this study (1) was to predict the “Addiction Potential” in youths by their early maladaptive schemas by using the instruments of the Addiction Potential Scale (APS) and Early Maladaptive Schemas SQ-SF . The results showed that there was positive and significant relationships among early maladaptive schemas […]
We cite and use the findings of a study (1) which demonstrates how shame about the consequences of one’s alcoholism can prevent recovery and prompt relapse. Our shameful secrets do keep us ill. We are ill people getting better and dealing with the shame and guilt of the […]
INTERNET ADDICTION has become a prevailing problem in the modern wired society. One important line of research has examined the relationships among Internet abuse, social anxiety, and interpersonal relationships. Several studies have identified that people who are shy, have poor social skills, or experience a high level of […]
Following on from our recent blogs on who interpersonal factors (e.g. family and love relationships conflict and distress) can interact with intrapersonal factors (e.g. insecure attachment based rejection sensitivity, low self esteem) can prompt relapse. Today we look at both a detailed video on the concept of the interpersonal […]
In this two part blog we have considered evidence that shows intrapersonal traits (e.g. rejection sensitivity and low self esteem) and interpersonal environments (e.g. the family environment) can interact to increase an addict’s risk of relapse. This study (1) concludes by proposing that substance-dependent individuals with high trait rejection sensitivity […]
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