The movie was released a few months ago and it stars big name actors. I didn't think twice about it but reading the review made me want to see it.
I am interested in addiction to sex even though it's outside my training and professional expertise, because it can and does overlap with other addictions. The movie is also about recovery and the culture (hence its title) of 12 step programs (AA being the grand daddy), an essential part of addiction treatment and maintainence of sobriety.
Couple of points the wise Mr. Weiss wrote stood out for me, and I am going to paraphrase them: he said alcohol, food, sex, drugs and the like are used to fill the "primitive need to self medicate." Also, he said treatment and recovery from any type of addictions does not happen in isolation. Human connection is a necessary ingredient in healing.
More on these two points in future blog entries.
Again, here is the link: http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/3982933
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