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sexual fantasizing in males and females
sexual fantasizing in males and females Sexual fantasizing, especially during masturbation, is widespread and is an important tool for gaining insight into sexual preferences, rehearsing anticipated sexual behavior, and developing a sexual identity. For some, though, fantasies reveal disturbing aspects of themselves. When students conceal fantasies they consider shameful, they fail to properly contextualize their […]
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masturbation practices of males and females
masturbation practices of males and females Prevalence of masturbation is diffi cult to ascertain because of the stigma associated with self-stimulation and its implication of immorality, hypersexuality, or inability to attract a sexual partner. Nonetheless, masturbation is the most frequent sexual activity among young males, with 85% of college men reporting having done it compared […]
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sexual conflict in humans
sexual conflict in humans A safe therapeutic environment is essential for establishing client trust and a working alliance. Yet, minimizing resistance and creating a collaborative partnership are particularly challenging when exploring issues in which guilt and shame are oft en normative. Unlike countless behaviors which young people feel they can control, sexual desire and function […]
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sexual addiction symptoms
sexual addiction symptoms Sexual addiction can take many forms, including pornography, cheating with other women or men, excessive masturbation, voyeurism, exhibitionism, anonymous sex, cybersex, and phone sex. While it may be possible to treat mild forms in the college clinic, more serious problems will likely require the services of a specialist outside of the counseling […]
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internet addiction symptoms
internet addiction symptoms Internet addiction may begin harmlessly, but eventually the lure of electronic games, easily available pornography, or online relationships begins to substitute for real-world experiences. More and more time is spent online, sometimes to the point where students lose sleep, miss classes, and fail to attend to their assignments. We have seen a […]
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gambling addiction signs and symptoms
gambling addiction signs and symptoms In gambling addictions, one may observe a substantial amount of time spent in gaming activities and the accumulation of mounting debts. Students may gamble at casinos or off -track betting parlors, online or in person. Th ey may gamble on poker games, horse races, sporting events, or any other number […]
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food addiction symptoms signs
food addiction symptoms signs Food addiction can be defi ned as “the compulsive pursuit of a mood change by engaging repeatedly in episodes of binge eating despite adverse consequences”. It is, of course, closely connected with self-esteem, body image, relationships, and the wish to manage unpleasant feelings, as are other eating disorders. Although food addiction […]
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Adult Children of Substance Abusers
Adult Children of Substance Abusers For many students who’ve grown up with parents who had alcohol or drug problems, separation from home provides the fi rst opportunity to truly evaluate the impact of their parents’ substance abuse. Students’ own problems forming intimate relationships or developing a secure and confi dent identity may also spur self-refl […]
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Medical leaves of absence
Medical Leaves of Absence When a student’s substance abuse seriously hampers academics or is a threat to safety and well-being, a medical leave of absence is in order. In our own settings, the counseling service articulates recommendations for treatment and requirements for return. In cases of substance dependence, we usually recommend successful completion of an […]
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Co-occurring Disorders and Medications
Co-occurring Disorders and Medications Alcohol and other drug problems have the uncanny ability to mimic psychiatric disorders, coexist with them, and create them. On the one hand, substance abuse can cause one’s life to become unglued, which naturally can lead to depression or anxiety. And drugs may even induce hallucinations, paranoia, ideas of reference, and […]
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