Huntaholics OutdoorsWhat is a
Huntaholic?
A Huntaholic is someone suffering from a condition known as Huntism.
What is Huntism?
Huntism is a term with multiple and sometimes conflicting definitions. In common and historic usage, Huntism refers to any condition that result in the continued sport of hunting, despite health problems and negative social consequences.
Modern medical definitions describe Huntism as a disease and addiction which results in persistent hunting despite negative consequences.
Although not all of these definitions specify current and on-going hunting as a qualifier for Huntism, some do, as well as remarking on the long-term effects of consistent, heavy hunting, include dependence and symptoms of withdrawal.
While the practice of hunting is, by definition, necessary to develop Huntism, hunting does not predict the development of Huntism. The quantity, frequency and regularity of hunting required to develop Huntism varies greatly from person to person. In addition, although the biological mechanisms underpinning Huntism are uncertain, some risk factors, including social environment, stress, emotional health, genetic predisposition, age, and gender have been identified.
Huntaholics:
Addicted to the Hunt!
Find our store online:
http://backwoodsgraphics.bigcartel.com/Find us on facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/huntaholicsFind us on myspace:
http://www.myspace.com/huntaholics Email us:
huntaholics@live.com
