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Addictions have traditionally been linked to illicit drug and alcohol abuse or dependence. However today we have seen addictions linked with a dazzling array of substances and behaviors. Many of these substances and behaviors are prescribed and considered healthy or at least normal, like prescription drugs, exercise, gambling, and smoking, food and computer games.

Popular thoughts on what constitutes addiction involve three separate criteria. Firstly, continuing behaviour even though you are experiencing negative consequences e.g. Gambling addiction, losing money to the point where you cannot meet your basic living commitments. Secondly, you have repeatedly attempted to stop the behaviour but have not been able to. Finally the behaviour generally takes priority over most of your other activities, to the point that you will exclude friends and family to pursue the activity.

Psychological issues as well as traumas often underlie addiction, as such our treatment approach involves a multi disciplinary framework which includes a reasonably high component of psychotherapy as well as a compliment of holistic approaches. Recovery can be a lifelong process and a robust after treatment care program is built into your treatment plan. At Byron Clinic, Byron Bay we create a specialized treatment program that best suits your specific concern.