I think it's common for people to forget that the substance is not always the addictive part by itself. It's just as easy to become addicted to the side effects

I think it's common for people to forget that the substance is not always the addictive part by itself. It's just as easy to become addicted to the side effects, like how it makes you feel or not feel. It seems to compound the judgement problem quite badly. I hope you are doing well.