Addiction
Adult Decisions
Ending a relationship is a more difficult decision when children are involved, but there can be times when it is the right thing to do....
Stay or Leave
When a person discovers their spouse has an addiction, they have often stumbled upon it accidentally. They might have suspected something was wrong, but the...
Becoming an Adult
Resisting an addiction can be nearly impossible for some people, but the damage it can do to a relationship can be impossible to repair. Some...
Dangers In Hidden Addiction
Addiction is often perceived as an overt and visible struggle, easily identifiable through certain behaviours and physical symptoms. However, hidden addictions, such as those involving...
Recognising the Signs
Addicts will do just about anything to get whatever it is they crave, and they often justify their choices. They might need money for gambling,...
Fitness Obsession
When exercise becomes an obsession, it can quickly spiral out of control and have a negative impact on a person's mental and physical health. This is...
No More Forgiveness
Living with a spousal addiction is often a major trial, and learning to get past the pain it causes can become an integral part of...
Multiple Rehabilitation Attempts
For those suffering from an acute addiction, there may be multiple rehabilitation attempts. Their partner might not appreciate their failure to stop after the first...
Managing Tanorexia
Tanning addiction, otherwise known as tanorexia, is a condition where individuals have an uncontrollable urge to bronze their skin. It is usually caused by underlying...
The Painful Discovery
When a person knows they are doing something wrong or illegal, they have a tendency to hide it from everyone. They do have a window...
Controlling a Loving Partner
There are times in any relationship where only one person is able to make the important decisions, and they are the ones shouldering the burden...