Addiction

Addiction is a state in which the body relies on a substance for normal functioning. When this substance is removed, it can cause withdrawal.
Addiction was a term used to describe a devotion, attachment, dedication, inclination, etc. Nowadays, however, the term addiction is used to describe a recurring compulsion by an individual to engage in some specific activity, despite harmful consequences to the individual's health, mental state or social life. The term is often reserved for drug addictions but it is sometimes applied to other compulsions, such as problem gambling, and compulsive overeating. (From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Addiction)

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Alcoholism

Self-assessment test

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