“You’re an addict,” the rehab counselor says firmly as she locks eyes with her young client. “And what’s more, you will always be an addict for as long as you live.” Factually, her advice is correct. Addiction is a chronic disorder. But does labeling a person “addict” do more harm than ...read more
When “Addict” Becomes a Bad Word
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