Tackling the Cycle of Chronic Stress and Addiction
To tackle the cycle of stress and substance use disorders (SUD), we must look at all the elements causing the repetitive sequence in an individual, including genetic, environmental, and cognitive factors. We explore these factors, including the latest research highlighting how stress can increase predisposition to SUD through changes in neuronal activity in the brain. We also address why we need to understand a person’s cognitive orientation during addiction recovery and why this method helps form a more comprehensive treatment plan in stopping the cycle of stress and addictive behavior.