Compulsion, the First C of Addiction
Let’s take a look at some deep dives into human psychology as it relates to addiction, compulsion, and displacement activity.
Understanding Habit Formation
An important aspect of recovery from addiction is learning how to disrupt or retrain bad habits.
Can You Get Addicted to Fame?
The desire for attention travels the same pathways through the brain as other compulsions.
Sugar and the “A” Word
From a displacement theory standpoint, sugar appears to be a cue that triggers eating as a displacement behavior. This may develop into an eating addiction.
Is Ozempic Shrinking Profits for Snack Food Firms?
The snack food industry is bracing for reduced sales due to GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic.
Creative Displacement
A new survey by the American Psychiatric Association documents the value of creative displacement to mental health.