Paul Tian
仪式是即使群体文化也是个人精神世界的重要符号和象征。许多被成瘾行为困扰的人，会逐渐建立和发展一套围绕该行为的专属仪式。
仪式本身就是一种承诺的载体。通过完成仪式，人们在这个过程中践行对此信仰或价值的忠诚。在成瘾行为当中，当个体的仪式越趋于稳定，他对“瘾”的承诺就越牢固。这种仪式将他与“瘾”紧密绑定，也可能将他与其他成瘾者紧密绑定。
如何打破这个仪式，也是受成瘾之痛苦的人需要考虑的问题之一。
可以先从“某地、某时、某人”开始观察自己的上瘾行为：我是不是总在晚上做这个事？我是不是总在餐桌旁做这个事？我是不是总是和他/她在一起时做这个事？
从行为学的角度看，我们即需要避免这些诱发情境，也需要在无法避免时，积极寻求外部力量的帮助。比如说，在晚上的时候，可以和家人、好朋友，或者信仰/文化团体呆在一起。一方面从与他人的连接中获得力量与慰藉，同时也在打破自己在成瘾行为面前的既定仪式。
Reference:
Nakken, C. (1996). The addictive personality (2nd ed.). Hazelden Foundation.
English Version
Rituals play a vital role as symbols and anchors in both group culture and an individual's psychological world. Those struggling with addictive behaviors often create and develop rituals associated with these behaviors.
A ritual signifies a commitment. By engaging in the ritual, individuals express their allegiance to a particular belief or value. In the context of addiction, as a person's ritual becomes more established, so does their commitment to the addiction. This ritual effectively binds the individual to the addiction and may also create connections with other addicts.
Disrupting this ritual poses a significant challenge for those experiencing the pain of addiction.
One approach is to observe the addictive behavior through the questions: "Where, when, and with whom do I engage in this activity?" For instance, do I always partake in this behavior in the evening? Is it something I do at the dining table? Am I engaging in it when I am with specific people?
From a behavioral standpoint, it is essential to avoid these triggering situations. When avoidance isn't possible, seeking external support becomes crucial. For example, during high-risk evening hours, spending time with family, close friends, or a faith-based or cultural group can provide strength and comfort. This not only helps individuals gain support from their connections but also assists in dismantling the established ritual associated with their addictive behavior.
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Reference:
Nakken, C. (1996). The addictive personality (2nd ed.). Hazelden Foundation.