Recovering From Gambling And Other Behavioral Addictions

RYAN HANSON Executive Director Caron Renaissance Florida

Some people are surprised to learn that it is possible to become addicted to gambling. In fact, research shows that the biological basis of all addictions is the same. The brains of addicts respond identically, no matter what triggers their particular addiction.

Treatment professionals call addictions to gambling and other behaviors process-based because they are triggered by the everyday processes of life. Such addictions can be especially challenging because it is hard to avoid the cause of the addiction. You can buy a lottery ticket in any gas station or convenience store in America.