Drug Addiction is a Disease, Not a Choice

Did you know that drug addiction is classified as a chronic brain disease?

In 1987, the American Medical Association (AMA) classified drug addiction as a chronic brain disease. The disease of addiction evolves over time as changes in the brain occur. Learn more about why drug addiction is a disease and not a choice.

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Addiction Is a Disease.pdf

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