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ROOTS OF ADDICTION
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Why Addicts Return to Drugs: The Underlying Problem
Trying to kick a bad habit can be huge for people struggling with drug addiction. It can be even harder for those trying to help a loved one who can’t seem to stop. Many who take illegal or prescription drugs cycle in and out of rehab programs only to find themselves back where they started. This seemingly endless cycle may leave loved ones wondering why these programs fail to achieve long-term success.
Finding the Root Cause of the Addiction and Preventing Relapse
I examine the common saying in recovery, “whatever you do, don't pick up” and analyze why it runs so much deeper than simply telling someone not to drink or use.