The words “habit” and “addiction” are frequently interchanged, but there is one significant difference between the two. Habits can be negative or positive, while addictions are only negative. The trick to identifying, which is which often lies in the amount of time and effort it takes to break one.
How does addiction develop?
Addiction develops when the urge to take a substance hijacks parts of the brain that reward behavior and provides benefits for the body. Substance-related disorders also impact the area of the brain responsible for emotions and decision-making.Nov 2, 2018
What's the difference between a habitat and an addiction?
Probably the most important distinction between habit vs. addiction is how choice, to an extent, is still possible with habit-forming behaviors. When it comes to addiction, people generally have a harder time making decisions because of their dependence on a substance or behavior.Sep 26, 2019
What does a habit become?
Habit formation is the process by which behaviors become automatic. Habits can form without a person intending to acquire them, but they can also be deliberately cultivated—or eliminated—to better suit one's personal goals.