Addiction

ADDICTION


What is Addiction?

Addiction is the fact or condition of being addicted to a particular substance or activity.

Causes of Addiction

  •         Peer pressure
  •         Bordon
  •         Depression

    How to Avoid Addiction

  •      Finding a legitimate business or skill
  •      Avoid bad friends
  •      By taking your medication if any
  •     By playing games or doing things of your interest when the urge or craving   comes.
  •     Avoid being idle
  •     Make up your mind to say no to substance.

Recovery

  1.    Recovery process happens when a drug user submits himself to medical  practitioners for treatment.
  2.       You need to cooperate with them.
  3.     You have to take your drugs constantly and always come for the doctor's appointment.



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