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Addictions

There are many gospel-centered books dealing with addictions. Whether the problem may be pornography, drugs, overeating, etc.
In most cases for members, there is a tendency to do the "commit the sin, repent, be good for a while, commit the sin again, repent, be good for a while, fall again", etc. thing.
Is there anyone here that has personally seen someone conquer an addiction, or an addictive behaviour? And if so, then how, and what Gospel-centered methods did they use?

Addictions

I have done it. Prayer was the key, along with a program given to me by a couple of sister missionaries. And kicking the habit was the major final step that propelled me out of the abyss. It's great to be free!

Roz

Addictions Studies Doctrine Mormon

I too overcame several addictions, and like FarSeer I used prayer, and the church's addiction recovery program. (essentially a modified 12 step program). Both have been essential and extremely useful in my recovery.

Addictions

There are many tips and Discussions about Substance Abuse in the Substance Abuse Board. For those with Mature access there is also Discussions concerning physical, mental and physiological abuse with the Mature Section.

Addictions

I was a heavy smoker for about 9 years and quit by fasting.