Is Your Personality Prone to Addiction? Find Out with These 10 Signs!

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Is Your Personality Prone to Addiction? Find Out with These 10 Signs.  Having an addictive personality means certain traits can make you more prone to developing addictions, whether to substances or behaviors. It’s not a medical diagnosis, but recognizing these signs can help you avoid potential problems. Here are 10 common signs to watch for.  References: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/ss/cm/10-signs-you-may-have-addictive-personality

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00:00Welcome back Sunbro, we hope you all in great health and great money.

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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about, is your personality prone to addiction?

00:14Find out with these 10 signs.

00:16Having an addictive personality means certain traits can make you more prone

00:19to developing addictions, whether to substances or behaviors.

00:23It's not a medical diagnosis, but recognizing these signs can help you avoid potential problems.

00:28Here are 10 common signs to watch for.

00:301. Impulsiveness. Do you often act without thinking?

00:33Maybe you overspend or lose your temper quickly.

00:36Impulsiveness can be a sign of an addictive personality.

00:392. Sensory seeking. If you love seeking out new or intense experiences,

00:43you might be more adventurous, but this can also indicate an addictive personality.

00:47Studies show sensory seeking teens are more likely to try addictive substances.

00:513. Secrecy about behaviors. It's normal to want privacy,

00:55but if you hide behaviors you feel guilty about, it could be a warning sign.

00:59This applies to substances and activities like gambling, shopping, or gaming.

01:034. Rebelliousness. Marching to your own beat can make you a leader or artist,

01:07but nonconformists may also engage in risky behaviors.

01:10If you struggle with rules, even your own, it might be harder to avoid addictions.

01:155. Obsession. Do you fixate on things and find it hard to distract yourself?

01:20Obsessive traits can make it difficult to break unhealthy habits, and there's a high

01:24rate—about 40%—of substance use disorder among those with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

01:296. History of anxiety or depression. People with anxiety or depression are

01:33more likely to develop substance use disorders. They may use addictive substances to cope with

01:38their symptoms, like drinking to ease social anxiety.

01:417. Low self-esteem. Feeling bad about yourself can drive you to seek out unhealthy ways to feel

01:46better. Studies show that low self-esteem can increase the risk of addictions,

01:50like internet addiction among college students.

01:538. Reward-driven. A high-risk, high-reward attitude might make you a great entrepreneur,

01:57but it also links to addictive personalities. People who are highly motivated by rewards may

02:02engage in risky behaviors. Study from 2016 shows that cocaine users are highly motivated to achieve

02:08rewards compared to general population. 9. ADHD. ADHD can make you two to four

02:14times more likely to develop a substance use disorder. This is likely due to brain

02:19differences that affect impulse control and reward systems.

02:2210. Family history of addiction. Genetics and environment both play roles.

02:26If addiction runs in your family, you might inherit traits that increase your risk.

02:31For instance, children of alcoholics are four times more likely to develop substance use disorders.

02:36Recognizing the signs of an addictive personality can help you stay aware and take steps to avoid

02:40potential problems. Stay mindful of your behaviors and seek support if needed to lead a healthier

02:45life. Thanks for watching, Sunbro. Please subscribe, like, comment, and share if you

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