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Addiction summary

An addiction is when a person doesn't have control over something they are doing, taking or using. Alcohol, drugs, gambling and nicotine are examples of things people may be addicted to, but it's possible to be addicted to almost anything.
Being addicted to something can damage your health and take over your life.

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