Common Misconceptions About Substance Misuse & Addiction

1. Substance misusers can quit if they choose. When they claim they can't, they're simply being lazy.

Truth: For seven decades, medical personnel have officially acknowledged the "disease" and "uncontrollable behaviour" characteristics of addiction. Although most individuals who are misuse are partially to blame for initiating their substance misuse, they still require medical treatment to recover.

2. Substance misusers must hit rock bottom before they can start recovering.

Truth: This is one of the most common misconceptions regarding substance misuse. Like any illness, addiction is most effectively managed at an early stage to minimise its adverse effects.

3. Alcohol is different from other substances.

Truth: The risks of intoxication and addiction are just as real and harmful as any other substance used recklessly.