Addiction

ADDICTION:

Is  not having control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you.

Commonly associated with: gambling, drugs, alcohol and nicotine, but it's possible to be addicted to just about anything.

-Work.

-Internet.

-Solvents.

-Shopping.

 WHAT CAUSES ADDICTIONS?

Are lots of reasons why addictions begin.

In case of drugs,alcohol and nicotine,can affect the way you feel both physically and mentally.

These feelings can be enjoyable and create a powerful urge to use the substances again.

         Gambling: may result in a similar mental "high" after wining, followed by a strong urge to try again and recreate that feeling.

Being addicted  means that not having it causes withdrawal symptoms, or a "come down";this can be unpleasant, it's easier to carry on having or doing what you crave, and so the cycle continues.

Often,  addictions  get out of control because you need more and more to satisfy a craving and achieve the "high".

HOW ADDICTIONS CAN AFFECT YOU?

Strain of managing an addiction cause seriously damage your work life and relationships.

The case of substance abuse (for example, drugs and alcohol), an addiction can have serious psychological and physical effects.

Addiction can be a way of blocking out difficult issues. Unemployment and poverty can trigger addiction, along with stress and emotional or professional pressure.

By: Carlos Cestelo Garrido.