Signs and Symptoms of Addiction
Addiction, a complex and multifaceted condition, affects not only the individual grappling with it but also their relationships and quality of life. Regardless of whether the addiction is to substances like alcohol, cocaine, or behaviours such as gambling, it is characterised by a pattern of continued use despite negative consequences and a loss of control […]
What is addiction?
Addiction, a term often shrouded in misunderstanding and stigma, refers to the compulsive engagement in rewarding behaviours or the consumption of substances, despite the adverse consequences that arise. This complex condition transcends the simple misuse of substances like alcohol, opioids, cocaine, and nicotine, or engaging in behaviours such as gambling. It’s a multifaceted phenomenon involving […]