i have not read this whole thread, i havent had the time yet, but i started it.. i have a question. sorry if it's already been mentioned!
if this is like dissociating from alcoholism, couldn't that cause an issue in people with other psychiatric issues? for example, i have borderline personality disorder. one of the characteristics has to do with dissociating. i guess i'm just curious about how it would work trying to balance the addiction "stuff" with other "stuff."