THE CORNER ON RECOVERY

WHAT IS AN ADDICTION?

Substances like alcohol, food and drugs, as well as behaviors like spending, gambling, and sex, can all be used to escape, relax, or reward ourselves. However, there may come a time when you start to believe that you need them to enjoy life, or that you can’t cope without them. Whatever the substance or behavior, you can slowly cross that invisible line which can gradually lead to dependence and addiction. This section will help you to understand the nature and progression of addictions