Shame and addiction are two sides of the same coin and, connection is the antidote. It is really the Right Brain Demanding Connection. Addiction is a symptom of chronic shame. This is why affective regulation is the antidote for any addictive behaviour (including Eating Disorders or any Self Harm like cutting etc.). These are right brain issues demanding attunement and connection - one right brain to another. One person cannot do it without the an-other.