Addiction is a complex and compulsive state where an individual becomes dependent on a substance, action, or behaviour despite negative consequences. This can involve substances like drugs or alcohol, as well as activities such as gambling, gaming, or excessive internet use.
Common mental signs of addiction include:
• Strong cravings for the substance or activity
• Struggles to control usage
• Deception of usage
• Increasing need for the same effect
• Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when not using
• Challenges at work, school, or home
• Relationship difficulties
• Legal issues
Addiction often results in a loss of control, making it hard for individuals to halt their behaviour or consumption even when they desire to do so. It can lead to adverse effects on physical health, mental well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life.
Here are some resources that can assist:
• The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA): https://www.drugabuse.gov/
• The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): https://www.samhsa.gov/
• The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD): https://www.ncadd.org/
• The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM): https://www.asam.org/
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Congratulations you have created a wonderful plus subject that sadly affects some people. Unfortunately, some people will be prone to all different 😕 forms of addiction. These folk will reap loneliness as life goes on for those whose behaviour is already ingrained with their past are faced with many forms of addiction behaviours. Not one but many addiction disorders. Unfortunately, there are no treatments available to help folk who suffer a multitude of behaviours.
There have been studies conducted looking at Geno strands in Australian DNA testing. Those studies indicate there is a connection between the two groups under trial treatment showing a particular focus on DNA analysis that the subject material is found in an individual DNA. So therefore a newborn approach to Addiction Healing will help many patients their experiences aren’t their fault. Guilt harm’s those suffering. They battle all their lives trying to find help. More later …..
Great words and links, straight to the point, John; thanks for this.
Could I also recommend the great work of stanton peele http://www.lifeprocessprogram.com
His holistic approach has played a integral part in my recovery.