According to the Medilexicon Medical Dictionary, addiction is “the habitual psychological or physiological dependence on a substance or practice that is beyond voluntary control” (Nordqvist, 2009). This corresponds to the definition given by the current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) according to which addiction is “When an individual persists in using alcohol or other drugs despite problems related to substance use, it can be diagnosed an addiction to the substance." . Compulsive and repetitive use may result in tolerance to the drug's effects and withdrawal symptoms when use is reduced or discontinued. This, along with substance abuse, are considered substance use disorders” (Nordqvist, 2009). Addiction is generally thought to be characterized by “a loss of control over drug-seeking and drug-using behavior.” However, the actions of drug addicts, including those who desire and try to abstain from drugs, appear to be guided by reasons. This article explores how addiction involves a loss of control and involves oscillating between conflicting judgments. (Nordqvist, 2009). When a person is addicted to something, be it physical or psychological, they cannot control how they use it, so they become heavily dependent on the substance to get through everyday life. There is a fine line where a habit can turn into an addiction. Substance use or engagement in activities can occur without any particular problems, however some may suffer and experience harmful and harmful psychological and/or physical effects when their habit turns into addiction. A habit is a choice, where you have the ability to choose and the ability to stop. There are no psychological or physical effects in this case, since the person still has control of the situation... middle of the paper... cessation of the use of a drug in a habituated person." (CITE MEDICALNEWSTODAY) The first objective when starting treatment is to eliminate the addictive substance from the patient's body as quickly as possible. Often the patient may be given a gradually reduced substance, gradually giving smaller doses and in other cases a replacement substance may be given of the situation, your doctor may recommend an outpatient or inpatient treatment center. These treatment programs focus on sober recovery and relapse prevention is critical to recovery, so many treatment centers offer sessions counseling and therapy for family and close friends; teaching them how to support their loved one. Addiction is generally a loss of control over drug-seeking and drug-using behavior, which can be addressed and treated through treatment programs and centers..