In this episode, we break down the disease concept of addiction so that it makes better sense for all listeners. We discuss the following important factors:

• What is a disease

• Characteristics of a disease

• Definition of addiction

• How addiction compares with other diseases

• Stages of the disease of addiction

• Signs/Symptoms of addiction

• Genetic and environmental factors

• Why some people develop addiction and others do not

• Importance of support in recovery

• The stigma that is tied in with addiction

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