About Addiction
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Addiction is a syndrome showing up as a compulsive dependence upon mood altering substances (substance addictions) or behaviors (process addictions). Examples of addictive substances include: alcohol, drugs, tobacco, caffeine, and refined sugar. In process addictions the individual is addicted to the process or behavior itself. Gambling, shopping, sexual activities, eating disorders, watching TV, playing video games, and work can all be included in this category when they are practiced in excess or obsession. Addicts are frequently addicted to more than one substance and/or behavior simultaneously, hence the term addictive personality.
Addiction is a progressive health problem which increases in severity if left untreated. In substance abuse the tolerance level of addicted individuals is gradually increasing, hence they require a higher dose of substance to achieve the same effect than that with which they previously achieved with a lower dose.
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About Addiction
Substance addicted individuals often attempt to quit many times
before they are permanently successful. The techniques of
cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness are being
increasingly employed to curb process addictions.
These Nithya Kriyas are designed for care and cure of addiction.