Reading Time: 7 minutes Addiction is commonly associated with dependence on substances that impact the way you think, feel, and behave. But drugs and alcohol aren’t the only things that can cause addiction. Certain behaviors like gambling, sex, or even shopping can be addictive for some people, causing a loss of control and making everyday life a constant struggle. Behavioral addictions resemble substance addictions in many aspects; they are…

Reading Time: 5 minutes Alcohol is a legal recreational drug, so the consumption of alcoholic drinks is deeply embedded in the culture of many countries. Having a drink is a socially accepted way to relieve stress, relax, and cope with the tension of a very busy work schedule. Moderate drinking doesn’t pose a problem to adults, but when you drink too much or too often or when alcohol consumption…