AUDIO – SCIENCE OF LOVE –
July 4, 2025 – We’ve heard this statement a thousand times and probably have told it as well. But it’s not that simple. Addiction is a serious mental health issue, which affects the brain, body and emotions. People who are suffering feel stuck and ashamed. They’re not weak – they’re just unwell and need support, not JUDGEMENT.
So, what is addiction? And why is willpower not enough?
Addiction is when somebody cannot stop using substances (alcohol, drugs) or engaging in behaviors like gambling or as simple as watching reels or playing games even if it’s hurting them and people around them. It starts with curiosity but over time changes how the brain works. The brain starts wanting the substance or behavior to feel good or even normal. And when they try to stop, they feel sick, anxious, or very low. This actually makes quitting hard even if they want or try to.
“Addiction is not about lacking morals. It’s about pain and how people cope with it,” says Dr. Gabor Maté, a well-known addiction expert.
