Treat addiction

Definition

Treating addiction refers to the process of using various methods and techniques to help individuals overcome their substance abuse or behavioral dependencies.

Related terms

Withdrawal symptoms: The physical and psychological reactions that occur when someone stops using a substance they are addicted to.

Relapse: The return to addictive behaviors after a period of abstinence or improvement.

Recovery:

The ongoing process of self-discovery, growth, and healing that individuals go through in order to maintain sobriety and lead fulfilling lives.