“Addiction is not a choice that anybody makes, it’s a response to pain”
— Gabor Mate
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When people become addicted to something, it's not because they just decided to do it for fun; it's often because they are hurting inside. Imagine someone who feels very sad or stressed all the time; they might start drinking alcohol to feel better. The alcohol doesn't solve their problems, but it makes the pain go away for a little while. Just like a person taking painkillers for a serious injury, people use addictive things to numb emotional or mental pain. To help someone struggling with addiction, it's important to understand the pain they're trying to escape and support them in finding healthier ways to heal.
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Addiction Behavior Choice Emotional pain Health Mental health Pain Recovery Response Substance abuse
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