G. What are dependency and addiction issues?

In the field of mental health, "dependence and addiction" not only refers to dependence on substances (such as alcohol, drugs, and nicotine), but also includes excessive obsession with and imbalanced control over behaviors (such as the Internet, gambling, and emotional relationships). Its core characteristics are:Knowing that it is harmful to the body and mind, but still finding it difficult to stop or break away, and are accompanied by mood swings, intense cravings, guilt, and even self-loathing.

Dependence often begins with a struggle with self-regulation. When faced with stress, emotional pain, or feelings of emptiness, individuals seek temporary comfort through external means (substances or behaviors). Initially, these behaviors may seem harmless, such as falling asleep on their phone or relaxing with a drink, but they gradually increase in frequency and become uncontrolled, ultimately becoming an addiction. Addictive behaviors can crowd out other important aspects of life, leading to a loss of purpose, damage to relationships, neglect of health, and even psychological distress.

This course will help you identify the different forms of dependency and addiction, understand the psychological mechanisms behind them (such as avoidance, self-denial, and difficulty regulating emotions), and help you regain inner freedom through self-awareness, re-establishing your rhythm, developing alternative strategies, and providing psychological support. Dependence isn't a sign of weakness, but rather the cry of unresolved emotions. Only through understanding can we heal.

G. Dependence and Addiction Tests

We will passSocratic questioning, to deeply explore the psychological mechanisms and behavioral patterns of "dependence and addiction". This test is not a traditional scoring questionnaire, but a guided dialogue.Help you see clearly whether you are using certain behaviors to fill inner emptiness, lose control of your emotions, or avoid real difficulties.

Addiction doesn't just mean drugs or alcohol;Cell phones, games, social media, overeating, shopping, work, and even attachment in relationshipsThe testing will focus on the following key areas:

• Trigger mechanism: In what situations are you most likely to initiate dependent behavior?
• Emotional Regulation: Are these behaviors something you do to cope with pain, anxiety, or loneliness?
• Self-control experience: Have you ever tried to reduce or stop, but always failed and fell into self-blame?
• Impact on life: Has it affected your relationships, sleep, finances, or sense of self-worth?

Through these exploratory questions, the system will help you create your own "psychological dependency map," establishing a clearer direction for subsequent healing, behavioral adjustments, and life strategies. There's no right or wrong in this test, only understanding and awareness. This is a step for you to be honest and gentle with yourself.