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Strange that the canonical example -- an addictive drug, isn't mentioned there.
by sukilot 6y ago
Strange that the canonical example -- an addictive drug, isn't mentioned there.
- Ericson2314 6y agoDrugs don't addict people, poverty does. (Sorta)
- veridies 6y agoThat's part of the story, but I know a LOT of middle and upper class addicts.
- wmeredith 6y agoActive ingredient drugs most certainly addict people. Physical addiction is a physical state. So much so that if the drug is removed too quickly the withdraw can kill you in some cases (see Heroin).
- Ericson2314 6y agoIt is my understanding that physical addiction and withdrawal are both physical states, but the former depends on more variables.
- clairity 6y agono, a lack of meaning, purpose, confidence and/or esteem perhaps, but lack of money has little role in addiction.
- nonamenoslogan 6y agoBullshit. I've got plenty of money and a pill-addicted wife-- trust me those f'ing things cost upwards of $200 a week during some stretches. Reason for taking them has nothing to do with how much we can afford and everything to do with feeling "pain-free."