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Why does addiction seem like a disease?

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An addiction seems like a disease because it is detrimental to your health. An addiction can destroy your life an alienate you from your job, your family/friends, and your hobbies, much like a detrimental disease. Plus, like diseases there is a cure: rehab. With some persistence and professional help, a drug addiction is a disease you can control.

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