HOW TO QUIT ANY ADDICTION? WHAT IS ADDICTION? Addiction is a condition in which a person engages in the use of a substance or in a behavior for which the rewarding effects provide a compelling incentive to repeatedly pursue the behavior despite detrimental consequences. WHAT CAUSES ADDICTION? Poor coping skills for dealing with stress. pessimist person( tendency to expect the worst in everything) Underlying anxiety or depression. lack of self confidence SIGNS OF ADDICTION You sometimes use more than you would like to use. For example, one drink leads to more drinks, or one line of cocaine leads to more. You continue to use despite negative consequences. For example, you continue to drink even though it destroys your health. Consequences of Addiction I t can consume a lot of your time. It can distract you from your focus or goal. It can cost you to spend a lot of money. It can discourage you to do your task ...