Moving Away From the Word “Addict” Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Dependence, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Chrissy PetroneFebruary 23, 2021Am I an addict or am I a person with an addiction? Words are powerful, and no one appreciates being labeled. Substance use disorders and the stigma of addiction has long undermined the self-esteem of recovering people. People in recovery can be especially vulnerable when it comes to their identity and sense of self-worth. …
Dependence Vs Addiction: What’s the Difference? Addiction, Dependence, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthMarch 30, 2020If you’re not sure of the difference between dependence vs. addiction, you’re not alone. A lot of people aren’t sure what the real difference is, but they know that both terms mean that there are problems that must addiction treatment must address. Whether you’ve become dependent on a substance or you’re addicted to it, getting…
