What is Addiction?

Addiction is a complicated disease that many don't often understand. In layman's terms, addiction is a treatable, chronic medical disease involving complex interactions among brain circuits, genetics, the environment, and an individual's life experiences. In this episode, we're diving into what addiction looks like from a medical and behavioral standpoint and how it affects families.   For additional information on this topic, visit our free resource library and receive free downloadable materials to help you and your family navigate through addiction: https://www.familyandaddictionexperts.com/resources ________________________________________________________________ Are you suffering from the pain of trying to fix the loved one who is addicted? Are you obsessed with the chaos and fear of your addicted loved one not changing? Learn how to detach from family addiction, cope, and thrive in spite of its impact on you through our coaching program. ➡️ Schedule a free 30 minute consultation here. ⬅️ If someone you know is struggling with alcohol or other addiction and is searching for help themselves, direct them to our sponsors at Lakeview Health. For more information or to inquire about treatment, visit https://www.lakeviewhealth.com/ or call 888-480-3799.