The Stigma of Addiction
The Stigma of Addiction There’s a stigma in our society surrounding addiction — a belief that those who abuse drugs or alcohol, despite the consequences, are weak or morally failed, a belief that addicts choose to be addicts. This belief is wrong. Many addicted people struggle with the guilt and shame of their substance use because of this stigma, often preventing them from getting the help they need. In reality, those with addictions are no different than anyone else. Addict
Addiction and Loneliness
Loneliness Loneliness is often viewed as a negative state of existence, although some alone time is needed to recharge. A Harvard study mentions “25% to 60% of older Americans suffer from loneliness. Another site reflected loneliness in younger audiences with “79% of Gen Z, aged 18 to 22 feeling lonely” and secondly, “71% of Millennials reported feeling lonely.” The link between loneliness and addiction should be something that people are aware of during these uncertain times
