Addiction Science Network
Addiction Science Network
ASNet Defining Addiction
ASNet Defining Addiction
ASNet Defining Addiction
Sunday 16th September 2012
Simplify your understanding of addiction with ASNet's Podcast. Focus on the motivational strength of substances for a clear definition.
12 minutes
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Educational
Thought-provoking
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Addiction Science Network
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Nutritional Pathways to Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episodes:
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Get the buttons here!Addiction Simplified: Understanding Its Core Elements
Good definitions, like good theories, retain a vision of the forest for the trees, hence not letting the details obscure the bigger picture.
Imagine trying to define addiction in just 25 words. Sounds impossible, right? Well, the Addiction Science Network's Podcast takes on this challenge in their episode on defining addiction. The episode argues that many definitions of addiction are overly complicated, often confusing causes with effects. Instead, they propose a straightforward approach: focus on the motivational strength of the drug. This single attribute, they argue, can help deduce all other characteristics of addiction using simple cause-effect logic.
The podcast also touches on the differences between a disease and a disorder, highlighting why it's crucial to avoid unnecessary characteristics in formal definitions. This episode is perfect for anyone—be it an academic, a professional, or someone personally affected by addiction—looking to gain a clearer understanding of what addiction truly entails. It's a concise yet comprehensive discussion that cuts through the jargon to offer real insights.