Developing Addiction After Childhood Trauma

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What is the DSM's (Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders) definition Addiction? Types of Addiction How is Addiction developed? How Addiction Can Impact the Mind, Body, & Loved Ones? How Can Addiction Be Treated? Stats Addiction is a symptom for a greater emotional longing and misunderstanding of self. Survivors of childhood trauma such as neglect, abuse, or abandonment can later become adult victims of addiction and find premature attachment to unhealthy substances. The addiction becomes the remedy for pleasure, emotional pain avoidance, craving, and sometimes habit. This can impact the survivors livelihood however, the good news with great support and courage these survivors can welcome healing and recovery. Recovery can support survivors on the journey to rediscovery, mental freedom, security, and abundance. Resources? What Is Addiction? Definition, Signs, Treatment, and More (healthline.com) Why Trauma Can Lead to Addiction | Psychology Today Mental Health and Substance Abuse | USAGov SAMHSA - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Yoga & Pilates For Trauma Recovery https://youtu.be/GyZ0foYqh_Q