Understanding Addiction

Addiction, also known as SUD (substance use disorder), is a complicated condition to understand. It has many layers and doesn’t always affect people in the same ways. Before you can support a loved one with addiction, you have to learn what it is—and what it isn’t. 

In this lesson, you’ll dive into addiction, including the Brain Disease Model, the addiction cycle, and common misconceptions. Click the first topic to begin the lesson.