The Challenge of Addictions

Compare two types of addiction--one that is substance-related and one that is not substance-related, such as food, work, sexual, or gambling--that currently affect society. How does the addiction affect, from a neurobiological and physiological view, the individual, families, and society?

Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word paper exploring the two addictions. Include the following:

• The variances of addictive substances
• The effects addictive substance or other addictions have on neurobiology and physiology
• The role of family systems on the addictive process

Include at least two peer-reviewed scholarly articles to support your conclusions.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.