Calling addiction a disease does not eliminate responsibility for the actions of those who are struggling. It allows them to admit their shortcomings and seek treatment without fear of being stigmatized and bullied.

Compliments make me uncomfortable because they contradict my own self-views. I naturally seek to verify my perception of myself, even if it’s negative.

Unless you’ve been there, it’s hard to comprehend why someone suffering from the disease of addiction can’t always simply use rational thought and make a better choice.