Addiction Concepts - Depression by Steven East

Depression resulting from the condition of chronic pain can bring self defeating cognitions to a head. Over a long period of time unmanaged stress or distress can lead to what’s now become known as anhedonia. Although this condition more common to substance dependent individuals, it is also found to be a contributing factor in compulsive disorders such as sex addiction and compulsive gambling. This plays a factor in chronic pain in much the same way emotional and physical pain work can over time become enmeshed together.

- Steven East, CADAC II
Addiction Specialist
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