If you feel a constant need for some kind of sensation, such as to eat, drink & take drugs, spend money or do something which gives you a rush, what mental illness is this?
2007-03-11 04:01:39 · 3 answers · asked by kitkatkel24 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
It's what's known as being an "intensity junkie" and generally it is a response to feeling numb (either due to overstimulation or excessive emotional control). Intensity junkies seek a rush in order to feel anything, and often feel empty otherwise. "Addiction" generally comes in two forms: "intensity junkies" or those who seek things to numb out painful feelings that are too intense. Paradoxical, huh?
2007-03-11 05:14:06 · answer #1 · answered by Opester 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This can be do to Bipolar or Borderline Personality disorders. This can also be a case of misdiagnosing alcoholism. Many bipolars and depressants are actually abusing drugs and alcohol and the symptoms mimic that of mental illness.
2007-03-15 00:09:03 · answer #2 · answered by Deirdre O 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
addiction.
2007-03-11 11:09:56 · answer #3 · answered by manhattanmaryanne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋