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Involves the abuse of substances like solvents, aerosol sprays, and gases found in household products. These substances can cause immediate cardiovascular stress, severe brain damage, and even sudden death from heart failure or asphyxiation. Known colloquially as “huffing,” this form of addiction is particularly dangerous due to the easy accessibility of inhalants and their severe, often immediate, health risks.Inhalant use is most common among adolescents, with 9.4% of 8th graders reporting having used inhalants at least once in their lives (Monitoring the Future Survey, 2020). Inhalants can cause immediate heart problems, brain damage, and sudden death.9. Gambling Addiction Gambling addiction is characterized by a compulsive urge to continue gambling despite the toll it may take on one’s life. It can lead to monumental financial losses, overwhelming debt, and damaged relationships. The thrill of the gamble overshadows the devastating consequences, making it a particularly insidious form of addiction.Approximately 1% of the U.S. adult population are estimated to have a severe gambling problem (National Council on Problem Gambling, 2018). Compulsive gambling leads to significant financial loss, debt, and strained relationships.10. Internet AddictionInternet addiction is characterized by excessive internet use that disrupts daily life. It leads to social isolation, mood changes, and negative physical health impacts due to sedentary behavior. According to The American Psychiatric Association’s 2020 report, internet addiction affects up to 8% internet addiction affects up to 8% of the general population in the United States and Europe.Studies suggest that internet addiction affects up to 8% of the general population in the United States and Europe (American Psychiatric Association, 2020). Excessive internet use can lead to social isolation, mood changes, and impacts on physical health.11. Sex AddictionSex addiction is a compulsive engagement in sexual thoughts, urges, or behaviors despite significant negative consequences. This addiction can severely strain or even destroy relationships and often leads to risky behavior. The overwhelming pursuit of sexual gratification becomes a dominant concern, frequently overshadowing personal and professional responsibilities.A 2018 study published in JAMA Psychiatry by Dickenson JA et al. found that 8.6% of the general U.S. population experiences hypersexuality, with 7.0% of women and 10.3% of men reporting clinically significant levels of distress or impairment due to difficulty controlling sexual thoughts, urges, and behaviors. Individuals affected by sex addiction compulsively engage in sexual activities, often disregarding the harmful consequences on their lives.12. Shopping AddictionShopping addiction is characterized by compulsive buying habits, affecting about 5% of Americans, leading to financial problems and interpersonal conflicts, causing 51% of consumers to delay financial goals, with 27% postponing debt repayment, resulting in 51% accumulating more debt (American Journal of Psychiatry, 2006) This makes shopping addiction one of the top addictions.14. Video Game AddictionCompulsive gaming that interferes with daily responsibilities, video
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