Addiction: 10 Things That'll Change the Way You Think

Addiction: 10 Things That’ll Change the Way You Think. We all know someone who has struggled with addiction, whether it’s alcohol, drugs, gambling or something else. And we’ve all seen the devastating effects that addiction can have on a person’s life. But what if I told you that there is a new way to think about addiction that could change everything? ‘

In his new book, The Addicted Brain: Why We Get Hooked and How We Can Quit, Dr. Frederick Woolverton reveals the latest scientific understanding of addiction and shows us how we can use this knowledge to help those who are struggling. According to Dr. Woolverton, addiction is not a choice; it’s a disease.

And like any other disease, it needs to be treated with compassion and care. He also says that we need to stop thinking of addicts as morally weak or lazy; they are sick people who need our help. If we can start seeing addiction as a disease instead of a moral failing, it will change the way we think about addicts and how we treat them.

People with addiction are not weak or morally corrupt.
Addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease that requires treatment.
Early intervention is key to preventing addiction.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to treating addiction.
Medications can be an important part of treatment for some people with addiction.
Therapy can help people with addiction learn new coping skills and develop a support system.
Relapse is a normal part of the recovery process and does not mean that treatment has failed.
Most people with addiction recover without professional help.
People with substance use disorders are more likely to also have mental health disorders.
Addiction affects people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds