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Understanding Addiction

Addiction is one of the diseases of despair, and claims hundreds of thousands of lives each year.

Millions of people struggle with addiction. They have left behind them a trail of brokenness; families sundered, jobs and futures compromised, declining health. They radiate fear, anger, resentment, self-pity, blaming, and a score of other negative spiritual emotions. These all originate in the spiritual void created by addiction.

The Core Problem: Addiction Owns The Brain

Dr. Terry talks about the impact addiction has on the brain.

25 Million American Adults Struggle with Addiction

They are in every congregation. They may not come on Sunday morning, but the families and friends of these struggling people are in church, and they're looking for hope. 

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Addiction Owns the Brain

Addiction mutes everything that makes life rich and meaningful. 

The world of an alcoholic has essentially turned to ash. Consequently, they're either filled with self-loathing and convinced they're not worthy; or they're disillusioned about God and unwilling to draw near.

The Fully Alive Foundation can help you understand how addiction controls the addict, and show you how to get your loved one the help they need.