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Philosophy of Addiction
Theories of Addiction, Repetition
and Behavior Change
Addiction Alternatives is about self-empowerment. It
is about helping you, help yourself change an alcohol or other addicted
behavior. The basis of our philosophy
is consistent with NIDA's first Principles of Drug Addictions Treatment:
a research-based guide: "No single treatment is
appropriate for all individuals."
National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA)
It almost goes
without saying, that your personal beliefs about the causes of your
unwanted behavior(s), your goals and your views on how people and the
world works, will influence your selection of methods or approaches to
changing your behavior.
It is essential then that you be aware of many of the
theories of personality, how addictions evolve, and how to change
"repetitive behaviors" are thought of and understood. No matter what you
have heard on the evening news shows, there is still large disagreements
in the professional community about addiction, its causes, and the best
methods of treatment. It is agreed that there is no easy way to resolve
an addiction, and that there is no "magic bullet".
The important thing is that you understand the
theories behind the "Tools", methods
or combination of methods you decide to utilize for managing your
unwanted repetitive behaviors. Always keep in mind, there is no "right"
way or correct solution for everyone.. What's important, first and
foremost, is that a method improves your quality of your life.
Throughout this web site, many points of view are presented - because
you need to know your options.
 Basic
Principles of Addiction Alternatives (AA2)
Addiction
Alternatives General Theory of Behavior Change - The F+A=N Model
The Psychology In Addiction
Affect
Regulation Theory / Self-Medication Hypothesis
Behavioral
and Learning Theory
Cognitive
& Cognitive - Behavioral Theory
Community
Reinforcement Approach (CRA)
Controversial
Issues
Cutting-Edge Theorizing
Disease
Model Theory
Dual
Diagnosis Theory
Harm
Reduction Theory
History
of Addiction Theory
Eastern
Theory
Existential Theory
Family
Systems Theory
Compare
the philosophy of self-help recovery groups
Miscellaneous
Theories of Addiction and Behavior Change
Moderation
Theory
Psychoanalytic
Theory
Relapse
Prevention Theory
Sociological
Theory
Stages of
Change Theory
Stanton
Peele's Theory
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