addiction

US /əˈdɪkʃən/

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UK /əˈdɪkʃn/

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n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)Lack of control the overuse of something e.g. drugs

You have to control your addiction if you want to get better

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A compulsive physiological need for a habit-forming substance.

Drug addiction is a serious problem in many countries.

n. (c./u.)Noun (Countable/Uncountable)A compulsive engagement in a behavior despite its negative consequences.

Some people develop an addiction to shopping or video games.

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But it's way more than just a physical addiction.
But it's way more than just a physical addiction.
The physical addiction lasts around 3 days, but the psychological addiction is much harder to overcome because you form strong habits and it's connected to many social cues, like hanging out with friends or winding down from work.
The physical addiction lasts around 3 days, but the psychological addiction is much harder to overcome because you form strong habits and it's connected to many social cues, like hanging out with friends or winding down from work.

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Pornography addiction can often lead to finding your mate less attractive, the good news is it doesn't have to be permanent.
Pornography addiction can often lead to finding your mate less attractive, the good news is it doesn't have to be permanent.

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But because nicotine is a stimulant, once it’s no longer present, you crash and crave more, which ultimately leads to addiction in many people.
But because nicotine is a stimulant, once it’s no longer present, you crash and crave more, which ultimately leads to addiction in many people.

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And millions of people when I say that my mother is obsessed with cleaning , like it's legit an addiction.
And millions of people when I say that my mother is obsessed with cleaning , like it's legit an addiction.

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He may suffer from an addiction, severe depression, or be unemployed and meets his daughter by his side, in order to function.
He may suffer from an addiction, severe depression, or be unemployed and meets his daughter by his side, in order to function.

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He had suffered from alcohol and drug addiction throughout his life, which he often spoke about.
He had suffered from alcohol and drug addiction throughout his life, which he often spoke about.