Minnesota Channel - Myths of Addiction

When it comes to addiction to alcohol and other drugs, it seems everyone has an opinion. But not all opinions are based in fact. Many people harbor long-standing misconceptions about both the nature and treatment of addiction. Myths of Addiction sets the record straight, debunking some of the most commonly held myths and misconceptions. Hazelden experts help separate facts from fiction about this chronic illness, and offer hope for recovery. Panelists include:William Moyers, VP of External Relations and son of journalist Bill Moyers, Dianne Seger of Hazelden's Center for Youth and Families, Dr. Marvin Seppala, Chief Medical Officer and author, and Betty Davis Reynolds, an ordained minister in the...

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[yuLorraine687]

the was the greatest? thing ever. EVER.

[V7Virginia600]

nevermind

[rUMyrtle483]

funny

[randy95023]

cont.- So many addicts truly want to quit and most hate their addictions. AA or 12 step programs works for some, not for others. Each addict is different. We need to end this so called "War on Drugs" and end the stigma of addiction. If you commit crimes then you should of course be punished for THE CRIME and not the addiction. Personal responsibility is still part of the recovery process. Why is possession of an oz. of cocaine worse than possession of a quart of whiskey? End the stigma!

[randy95023]

Addiction IS a disease. I've fought various addictions throughout my 52 years. I currently counsel and pray with addicts, ex-addicts, convicts and ex-convicts. One side of my family has a variety of addicts and ex-addicts. "Addictive" personality is very real. I studied to be a certified counselor and learned an awful lot about addiction in general. What was most interesting was that so much of what I was studying I already knew from personal experience and experiences of family members.

[911SGY]

Panel of experts: LOL

Disease: LOL ROFL

[frasorto]

people here are so stupid addiction is real i know cause im addicted. so shut the fuck up all you losers with no life talking about how its fake ive been out of control since 13

[HYENASPANKIE]

There's a reason people with 10 years more education list addiction as a diagnosable disease

[Frances3654]

addiction is pseudoscience.

anything can be "addictive" even food, ever wonder why theres fat people everywere?

[Hicksville]

SO, basically, what I'm being told here, is that drugs take control of users? What BS. It's not a disease.

Psychological/situational problems cause people to WANT to use drugs. Our understanding of addiction today is pathetic, pseudo-science.