September, 2004

From Addiction to Recovery

 

Substances

 

Addictive "Activities"

 

It is possible to have more than one addiction and common for someone to be addicted to
more than one drug.

What happens when you can’t stop using?
An addiction can:
Cause serious physical health problems and is linked to mental health problems
Destroy relationships with family and friends
Affect job performance so severely that the person loses their job
Clean out savings and possibly result in bankruptcy

 

Who can develop an addiction?
Anyone can…young or old, male or female! There is no way to find out who will become addicted.

 
                                
Submitted by Karen Franklin, LCSW, Cracker Barrel EAP Counselor
September, 2004

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Addiction - What is it?
Loss of control over the use of a substance or an activity

 

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