Identifying a Work Addiction in Your Employees

Woman suffering from work addiction Most employers are hopeful for employees that are hard working, have a strong work ethic and are dedicated and committed to their job duties. Hard work rewarded In the workforce, employees who exhibit these traits are often rewarded, whether with promotions, salary raises, or job responsibilities that are more conducive to their proven abilities. As [...]
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Behind the Screen, Using Social Media as a Cry for Help

Social Media Addiction Last week, I noticed a friend of mine, let’s call him Joe, changed his social media profile picture to that of he and his ex-girlfriend. Joe posted that he loved her and wished her and her family well. I thought that’s sweet, and a bit odd for him. The next day Joe blacked out his [...]
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Excessive Working Habits: When Work Becomes an Addiction

Man struggling with gambling addiction Many of us are familiar with the phrase, “moderation is key” with the understanding that finding balance in life is necessary for success. Anything in excess is usually detrimental, and this is particularly true when it comes to addiction type behaviors and habits. Anyone who becomes addicted to something does not typically set out to [...]
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Hoarding and Compulsive Shopping: Is There a Connection?

Room full from a hoarder Many individuals who shop compulsively may be mistaken for having a lack of self-control, but the reality is far different from what may be outwardly expressed. People who struggle with compulsively shopping behaviors often shop excessively, not out of necessity, but rather to achieve the sense of “high” that comes with purchasing a product, item, [...]
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Dry January – What’s the point?

Man with his thumb up participating in Dry January In case you haven’t already heard, the world is buzzing about Public Health England and its joint effort with Alcohol Concern to promote Dry January. Alcohol Concern’s catchy slogan is “Bid the Booze Goodbye, Keep January Dry”. Last year they had over 2 million people across the world sign up and commit to an abstinence [...]
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