Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Addiction a brain disorder, not just bad behavior

Aug. 15, 2011, 3:50 p.m. PDT
Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — Addiction isn't just about willpower. It's a chronic brain disease, says a new definition aimed at helping families and their doctors better understand the challenges of treating it.

"Addiction is about a lot more than people behaving badly," says Dr. Michael M. Miller of the American Society for Addiction Medicine. FULL STORY

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