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the inability to stop using or doing something, particularly something harmful or unhealthy
- Addiction is a complex condition characterized by compulsive drug use or engagement in a behavior despite harmful consequences.
- Substance addiction, such as to drugs or alcohol, can have devastating effects on an individual's physical health, mental well-being, and relationships.
- Behavioral addictions, like gambling or internet addiction, involve an uncontrollable urge to engage in a specific activity despite negative consequences.
- Addiction often involves changes in brain chemistry, making it difficult for individuals to stop using drugs or engaging in addictive behaviors on their own.
- Overcoming addiction requires commitment, perseverance, and ongoing support from healthcare professionals, friends, and family members.
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(Roman law) a formal award by a magistrate of a thing or person to another person (as the award of a debtor to his creditor); a surrender to a master
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a strong desire to do or have something
- His addiction to video games kept him from focusing on his schoolwork.
- She developed an addiction to social media, spending hours online every day.
- The athlete's addiction to training sometimes left him with little time for anything else.
- Addiction to work can sometimes lead to burnout and strained relationships.
- She developed an addiction to reading mystery novels, finishing one every week.