Addiction Quote by Susan Cheever
“Addiction isnt about substance - you arent addicted to the substance, you are addicted to the alteration of mood that the substance brings.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Addict Within” by Susan Cheever, 1995
Addiction is driven by the desire for mood change, not the substance itself
In simple terms: Addiction is about mood alteration, not the drug
Key Takeaway
Focus on underlying emotional needs rather than substance
Themes
addiction
psychology
behavior
motivation
Mood
analytical
empathetic
Type
psychological
self‑help
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- self‑help groups
- personal coping
- rehabilitation
Key Concepts
dopamine cycles
self‑medication
dependency patterns
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotional states drive your cravings?
- Can mood regulation replace substance use?
A Different Perspective
Addressing mood may not fully resolve physical dependence
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