The Consequences Of Addictive Behavior

Certain models and theories regarding addiction have a tremendously valuable impact con society’s reaction toward addiction. There are certain aspects of each theory which are very important in the treatment of addiction. Not all addicts and alcoholics fit into the specific criteria of one theory or model so it is beneficial for Chemical Dependency Counselors to have an in depth understanding of various theories to draw from. Most theories about addiction fail to provide a comprehensive account of chemical abuse, dependence or addiction. There is truth and speculation to every theory. It is important for Chemical Dependency Counselors to continue to research and critique theories because it initiates the creation of new theories. For the

Addiction- a primary, chronic, neurobiologic disease, with genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors influencing its development and manifestations. It is characterized by behaviors that include one or more of the following: impaired control over drug use, compulsive use, continued use despite harm, and craving. The difference between addiction and abuse is often times unclear. It’s a difficult call to make as a family member or a close friend that is dealing with a person like this in their life, but ultimately it is a call that only the addict can make for themselves. There are tons of different sources and tests and questions out there that can be done that can

Treatment for this addiction usually starts with financial counseling. The shopper is usually in denial as to the amount of debt and or effect they shopping has had on their life and they need see it in paper and admit to having a problem before any kind of counseling or therapy will work.

Addiction is a moral issue that brings into question the impact of an addict’s choices. No individual decides to become an addict, but their consumption indulges them in a nonstop habit. The texts discussed so far on the module present different aspects of morality. For, example, Sophia’s lack of shame in GMM is different to Bill’s lack of moral direction in Junky. Here, Wong presents David’s conflicting morality through his choices on and off the “soy sauce” drug. To understand this, we must look at the scene where he shoots Fred Chu. While travelling to Las Vegas to get information about Korrok from Dr. Marconi, Fred gets attacked by the “soy sauce’s” variation of flying worms “gushing” into his mouth (150). Without much deliberation, David’s

I am sure that nearly every couple, whether they be newlyweds or not, at some point discusses and dreams of having a little bundle of joy to bring into the world and expand their little family. They long for the gift of a baby and the responsibilities of parenthood that accompany it. Most couples or single parents will do anything and everything to protect their child/children and give them the world. However, not everyone does so. A growing problem, not only in my area, but across the United States is infants being born addicted to some type of drug whether it simple be cigarettes, or something harsher such as an addiction to prescription pills.

Scientifically, addiction has a logical and factual explanation. Although different types of addiction may vary slightly in their characteristics, it boils down to one thing: certain substances have addictive qualities to which anyone can succumb. Among these addictive substances is alcohol. Alcohol is a drug, a fact which many people tend to forget. This means that it has addictive properties, and like most other drugs, certain people have a greater chance of becoming addicted to alcohol.

Addiction, defined as a chronic medical disease, has led to great furor in the scientific community.[1] Some argue that because epidemiologic data shows that most addicts quit, possibly when faced with social and financial consequences, addiction is based on decisions and thus, should be treated as a choice. Those in favor of the disease model remark that because experiments have correlatively shown that drugs can change the brain structurally and functionally, one should treat addiction as a medical disease. One can expect from both perspectives, that the more important question is whether or not addiction has a biological aspect to it that can be causally linked to substance abuse behaviors. In this essay, we will review some of the compelling evidence on both sides of the argument and weigh their significance in order to come to a logical judgment.

Imagine not being able to breath because of vicious cigarette smoke floating all around in the air. Imagine a world where everyone is high off some different drug, and doing anything they can to obtain that drug. A world where there are hundreds of overdoses and different types of deaths everyday. If people keep doing drugs this is where the world is heading. Even after one dose of any drug, anyone can become addicted. Addiction can take over the brain and make anyone do actions they would not normally do. It can also slowly or quickly end any valuable life.

In some cases, the abuse of drugs doesn’t always make an addict. In fact, addiction can derive from the disguise of a smiling face and loving eyes. A living, breathing, and screaming reason to resist the madness and take a leap. However, as A Mad Girl’s Love Song by Sylvia Plath portrays, infatuation coexists within a diminishing nature. Despite the growing lack of love, withdrawal has found a way to take claim of the heart.

According to ¨Americans-are-addicted-to-smartphones¨ 58 percent of U.S. smartphone owners check their phones at least every hour — and a large share check their phones while in bed or in the bathroom. If in some catastrophic event they were to lose their device, 73 percent of people admit they would feel “panicked” while another 14 percent would feel “desperate” (Fitzgerald). This goes to show just how smartphones and technology in general have taken over the lives of people considering that smartphones were not popular until the late 2010.

Addiction is one of the top ten causes of death (CDC.gov). According to Merriam Webster, “a compulsive need for and use of a habit forming substance (such as heroin, nicotine, or alcohol) characterized by tolerance and by well-defined physiological symptoms upon withdrawal” (Merriam Webster, April 19). Time magazine has classified the 10 dangerous drugs that were used for intentional, or unintentional overdose; in order: Heroin, Cocaine, Oxycodone, Alprazolam-Xanax, Fentanyl, Morphine, Meth, Methadone, Hydrocodone, and Diazepam-Valium (Time, these are the 10 deadliest drugs). Heroin, Cocaine, and Meth are stimulants. Oxy, Fentanyl, Morphine, and Methadone are narcotics. Although, Xanax and Valium are both sedatives (WebMD).

Addiction is referred to as a weakness, in which we have high dependence upon something that we buy over and over again; this implies slight obsession and an element of lack of control. An example of where consumers become obsessive is when they queue for hours on end just to get their hands on the latest iPhone, however this can be seen as irrational behavior and when consumers are in this mental state they are seen to be putty in the marketers hand as we will do anything they say just to get the latest products. According to (Orford 1985; Peele 1985) addiction also involves devotion, dependence, surrendering control, habit, obsessiveness, and preoccupation with the object to the detriment of well being. An addiction can be anything from gambling to shopping. There are a numerous similarities among the elements of addiction and the properties of consumerism notably they are people such as compulsive buyers and some collectors who could also be known as hoarders. It has been known of compulsive buyers to discuss their compulsion as if to say they are on drugs, for example they would say “ I got a high when purchasing this dress” or “it gave me a rush when I bought these new trainers to add to my collection” this was proposed by O’Guinn et al, (1989). These types of compulsive consumers are portrayed of having the same self-devotional behavior as drug addicts and they likewise share the deep ecstatic emotional involvement and form “consumption communities” (Boorstin 1968).

The use of drugs is a controversial topic in society today. In general, addicts show a direct link between taking drugs and suffering from their effects. People abuse drugs for a wide variety of reasons. In most cases, the use of drugs will serve a type of purpose or will give some kind of reward. These reasons for use will differ with different kinds of drugs. Various reasons for using the substance can be pain relief, depression, anxiety and weariness, acceptance into a peer group, religion, and much more. Although reasons for using may vary for each individual, it is known by all that consequences of the abuse do exist. It is only further down the line when the effects of using can be seen.

Many people struggle with one of the most powerful, controlling monsters running rampant in the world today. This monster is known for destroying lives, families, and careers and even dragging the people caught in its grasps to their death. The United States had a president declare a war against it, police officers crack down on laws and arrests to fight it, and yet it still seems like a losing battle. This monster does not care about race, religion, sex, socioeconomic status, or even age. The cold hands of addiction can find their grip on anyone if the chance is given. Once this happens, the effects of addiction are seen far beyond the addicts themselves, and the family, friends, and society as a whole carries the burden.

The consumer then proceeds to act upon these urges. Compulsive consumers often engage in compulsive buying practices to compensate for unhappy events, and/or low self-esteem (O’Guinn and Faber, 1989). Some researchers consider compulsive buying to be a dichotomous behavior (Faber and O’Guinn, 1992); meaning consumers are classified either as compulsive or non-compulsive. However, research by Edwards (1993) indicates that compulsive buying, like many other consumer behaviors, occurs on a continuum. She found that compulsive buying ranges from non-compulsive, to recreational, borderline compulsive, compulsive, and addicted buying. In other words, consumers can experience no compulsive consumption tendencies, some compulsive consumption tendencies, or chronic levels of this behavior. The act of buying may temporarily elevate the mood and self-esteem of a compulsive buyer; however it is often followed by feelings of shame or depression. Wicklund and Gollwitzer (1982) stated that people may use symbols to build or maintain a complete self definition as part of a commitment to a self defining goal. Consumers may compulsively buy products to match their subjective perceptions of themselves with a socially desirable or required appearance as a self defining goal (Elliott, 1994). Number of people experience compulsive behaviors like shopping, drug abuse, eating, gambling and variety of other obsessive compulsiveness.