Drugs Addiction

        Drug Addiction        Addiction is a disease that affects your  brain  and behavior. When you’re addicted to  drugs , you can’t resist the urge to use them, no matter how much harm the drugs may  cause.    Drug Addiction   isn’t about just  heroin ,  cocaine , or other  illegal drugs . You can get addicted to  alcohol , nicotine,  opioid  painkillers, and other legal substances.          Addiction vs. Abuse Drug abuse  is when you use legal or illegal substances in ways you shouldn’t. You might take more than the regular dose of pills or use someone else’s prescription. You may abuse drugs to feel good, ease  stress , or avoid reality. But usually, you’re able to change your unhealthy habits or stop using altogether. Addiction is when you can’t stop. Not when it puts your health in danger. Not when it causes financ...