Individuals get addicted inadvertently and accidentally. They do not set out to make their lives more difficult. It often takes time before they are addicted and even more time before they acknowledge to themselves that they are addicted. They may get addicted to a chemical, for example, alcohol or prescription medications, or an activity, for example, internet pornography or gambling, or both. In addition, individuals with addictions often grapple with other emotional and behavioral issues. They may suffer from depression and social anxiety or have interpersonal issues.

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