Addiction Overview

Addiction affects millions of people worldwide. From alcohol to prescription drugs to illegal drugs such as heroin, meth, and cocaine, a person's brain and body can become dependent on certain substances. Addiction does not discriminate and can affect young and old of all backgrounds and lifestyles.

Researchers are learning more every day about what causes addiction. From genetics to brain chemistry, the complexities of addiction are being untangled one mystery at a time.

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