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The first steps to seeking help for porn addiction

Author: HeLPAddictions
Published: Mar 14 2013

One of the biggest problems with addiction is not being able to admit that there is a problem in the first place. It's easy to say that you can give up whenever you want; after all, there was a time in your life before your addiction. You keep telling yourself that you can stop and go back to that time of your life whenever you want. But it's not always that easy.

Admitting the truth

The issue with porn addiction is that it's not a subject that is frequently talked about. It is still very much seen as a taboo topic, whereas other addictions have been brought to the forefront and are openly discussed. Alcohol, for example, does not appear to have the same stigma attached. But whether the addiction is to drugs, porn or anything else, finding the courage to admit that it is a problem is often the most difficult thing to do. Seeing it as the biggest hurdle can often make realising the truth even more rewarding as it can feel like the hardest part is already over.

Being able to tell someone close to you can be a huge relief as sharing your secret with someone you trust makes the burden easier to bear. That person can also encourage you to get help and beat the addiction. If it isn't possible to tell your partner or your friends the truth, think about confiding in someone else and seeking professional addiction help.

You have the option of getting assistance and being able to keep everything confidential, which can make the process a lot easier. Knowing that you don't necessarily have to tell the people closest to you what you are doing often makes getting help that bit simpler. The secrecy that surrounds porn addiction can make it harder to take the first step but it can be worthwhile, given the chance.

Developing a solution

Once the hard part of asking for help is done, the real work begins. Addiction is not something that can be cured overnight; it will take time to overcome all the issues behind it. Getting to the root of the problem is often a key part of being able to beat it. Understanding the reasons why the addiction began in the first place can make it easier to develop a plan for kicking the habit altogether.

Creating a plan of how you will overcome your addiction gives you something to work towards. You can set yourself goals and work with professionals who can be a guide to ensure you stay on track. It's important to understand that there will be days when it's much harder but there will also be days when things seem really easy. Being able to take the good with the bad may give you a feeling of pride, particularly when you get through a very difficult day.

Ultimately, realising you have a problem and plucking up the courage to tell someone is often the hardest part. But it can also bring a strong sense of relief. Knowing that there are people to help you beat your demons make overcoming porn addiction a realistic goal that you can achieve.

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