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Monday, August 15, 2011

News Release - ASAM RELEASES NEW DEFINITION OF ADDICTION


The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has released a new definition of addiction highlighting that addiction is a chronic brain disorder and not simply a behavioral problem involving too much alcohol, drugs, gambling or sex. This the first time ASAM has taken an official position that addiction is not solely related to problematic substance use. > > > > Read More