Addiction affects the brain by tapping into its communication system and interferes with the way neurons normally send, receive and process the information.

• Legal drugs-alcohol, nicotine, opioid and pain killers.
• Illegal drugs-heroin and cocaine.

• Genetics – genetics do play a role by predisposing in developing an addiction.
• Environment – Divorce, frequent arguments, mental illness, drug and alcohol use.
• Trauma – traumatic events can leave a scar on the mind, and over time victim choose to dull their pain with their drug of choice. These events include: Neglect
• Verbal, physical and sexual abuse Physical altercations, Nature disasters and Accidents
• Terrorism Mental illness – it is a matter of doing something to relieve stress and pain. Peer Pressure – Experiencing a sense of neglected or lack of attachment within 1