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What is the definition of addiction? drug-addiction Drug AddictionThe second most popular form of substance addiction is drug addiction alcohol-addiction Alcohol AddictionThe most popular form of substance addiction is alcohol addiction. addiction-treatment Addiction TreatmentAddiction is treatable. Approximately 50% of the cases of addiction involve co-occurring mental disorders, which are often part of the underlying causes of addiction. Addiction treatment (whether substance abuse addiction or other behavioral addictions) includes assessment for co-occurring mental disorders or conditions, and usually involves counseling, support programs like the 12 Step program, and may include physician-prescribed medications. |
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Addiction is defined by compelling, destructive behavior that continues despite negative consequences.
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Maybe "defined by" should really be "characterized by" since sometimes addiction is viewed as a disease? 
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It is not possible to define "addiction" exactly, in a way suited to everyone. Perhaps the most helpful definition of addiction is the one that enables people to understand and recognize addiction, and seek help or addiction treatment.