If you’re worried about your own or a loved one’s drug use, learning how drug abuse and addiction develops — and why... moreIf you’re worried about your own or a loved one’s drug use, learning how drug abuse and addiction develops — and why it can have such a powerful hold — will give you a better understanding of how to best deal with the problem and regain control of your life. Recognizing that you have a problem is the first step on the road to recovery, one that takes tremendous courage and strength. Facing your problem without minimizing the issue or making excuses can feel frightening and overwhelming, but recovery is within reach. If you’re ready to seek help, you can overcome your addiction and build a satisfying, drug-free life for yourself. less