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How do I know if I'm addicted to something?

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How do I know if I'm addicted to something?

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You'll know if you're addicted to something if you answer "yes" to a specific checklist of questions. Psychotherapist Mike Dow, PsyD, shares this list of questions and discusses what you should do next if you indeed have an addiction.

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