Lesson 3: Addiction And Physical Health - Slide 27
Addiction Is Not Relaxing
- Drinking and taking drugs are often initially seen as a relaxation activity
- Increasing the frequency and the quantity of alcohol and drugs used, causes increased anxiety and stress, and symptoms that are the reverse of relaxation
Notes:
Pg.6, The Complete Doctor’s Stress Solution, Understanding, Treating and Preventing Stress and Stress-Related Illnesses,” Penny Kendall-Reed & Dr. Stephen Reed, Robert Rose, 2004
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