With the right plan and resources, recovery is possible. The good news is that you can quit, although it's a complicated process. There are many factors—physical, mental, emotional, and biological—that make quitting difficult.Sep 1, 2021
How does addiction hijack the brain?
In a person who becomes addicted, brain receptors become overwhelmed. The brain responds by producing less dopamine or eliminating dopamine receptors—an adaptation similar to turning the volume down on a loudspeaker when noise becomes too loud.
What should you do if you have an addiction?
- Tell your friends about your decision to stop using drugs. ...
- Ask your friends or family to be available when you need them. ...
- Accept invitations only to events that you know won't involve drugs or alcohol. ...
- Have a plan about what you'll do if you find yourself in a place with drugs or alcohol.
What is the most severe form of addiction?
The most well-known and serious addiction is to drugs and alcohol. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans have an addiction to both. Of the people with a drug addiction, more than two-thirds also abuse alcohol.