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Spotlight: Interview with a woman sex addict

The following is an interview with a woman who self-identified as being in recovery from a  sex addiction .  She is in her 40's, professional, and married with children.  She asked to remain anonymous for the sake of her privacy; she used the pseudonym "Nora."  I asked her about her  addiction  and about being a woman and  sex  addict.  I began by asking her to describe her sexual addiction: Dr. S:  How would you describe your sex addiction? Nora:  At this point in my recovery, many previous problematic behaviors have dropped away, leaving only the core of my addiction - which started in early  childhood  -  masturbation  with disturbing fantasy.  So in describing my sex addiction, I would say that I have been able to let go of all my problem behaviors without great difficulty but struggled to achieve abstinence with masturbation with those  fantasies .  I am currently sober and have been for ...

What this woman found after interviewing 100 rapists

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THIS woman interviewed 100 convicted rapists, one of which sexually abused a five-year-old girl. Here’s what she learnt. Warning: Graphic. ANYONE interviewing 100 convicted rapists would no doubt have a few things to say. But what Madhumita Pandey, an Indian PhD student, has to say might surprise you. When Pandey was just 22 she visited Tihar Jail in the Indian city of New Delhi to work on her thesis for Anglia Ruskin University, a school in the UK. With over 10,000 inmates, it is the largest prison system in South Asia. It was after the highly publicised and brutal gang rape of a woman referred to as Nirbhaya (meaning “the fearless one”) in 2012 when Pandey was inspired to better understand the attitudes of men that commit rape. In an interview with  The Washington Post ,  Pandey discussed what she’s learnt so far and how some of the men even had her feeling sorry for them. “After you speak to [the rapists], it shocks you — these men have the pow...

Household Hazardous Waste Disposal

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Ginseng benefits......

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                                      Ginseng is one of the most popular herbal medicines in the world, and it’s been used in Asia and North American for centuries. Native Americans used the root as a stimulant and headache remedy,   as well as a treatment of infertility,    fever, and indigestion; Today, approximately 6 million Americans take advantage of the proven ginseng benefits regularly. Ginseng is used to improve thinking, concentration, memory and physical endurance. It’s also used to help with depression, anxiety and as a chronic fatigue natural cure. It’s known to boost the immune system, fight infections and help men with erectile dysfunction. What Is Ginseng? There are 11 species of ginseng, all belonging to the genus  Panax  of the family Araliaceae; The botanical name Panax means “all-heal” in Greek. The name “ginseng” i...

Benefits of Grape Seed Extract

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Although you probably buy seedless grapes to eat, the seeds are actually extremely sought after in the beauty and health world. Why? Grape seed extract, commonly referred to as GSE, contains powerful health benefits. This is why it’s been showing up in nutritional supplements, skincare and beauty products. What’s so great about those tiny seeds? One word: proanthocyanidins—a type of polyphenol with amazing antioxidant properties. Grape seed extract happens to be chock full of them. Sure, you’ve probably had your share of the fruit, be it as juice, jam, jelly, wine, vinegar, or raisins. But, the seeds of a grape contain a powerfully healthy oil. Yes, there are more reasons to love grapes—because of the many beauty and health benefits. WHERE DOES IT COME FROM? The seeds inside grapes used to be considered the worthless by-product of wine production. In the past, they were thrown out as waste. Come to find out, the seeds are extremely valuable. Instead of getting rid of ...

Health Benefits of Ashwagandha

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                  Ashwagandha is an incredibly healthy medicinal herb. It is classified as an "adaptogen," meaning that it can help your body manage stress. Ashwagandha also provides all sorts of other benefits for your body and brain. For example, it can lower blood sugar levels, reduce cortisol, boost brain function and help fight symptoms of anxiety and depression. Here are 12 benefits of ashwagandha that are supported by science. 1. It's an Ancient Medicinal Herb Ashwagandha is one of the most important herbs in Ayurveda, a form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles of natural healing. It has been used for over 3,000 years to relieve stress, increase energy levels and improve concentration. "Ashwagandha" is Sanskrit for "smell of the horse," which refers to both its unique smell and ability to increase strength. Its botanical name is  Withania somnifera , and it is also known by several other...