akuamindbody

That drug addicts live in alleyways, under bridges, or only in impoverished areas.
Addiction is right next door impacting every facet of society. Some of the most well-rounded, educated families suffer deeply from addiction. It crosses all socioeconomic divides.

There is a strong genetic component to alcoholism. However there is a strong genetic component to other various disorders such diabetes, cancer, obesity, etc. The thing to remember is that genetics loads the gun but environment pulls the trigger.
So what I mean by this is who you surround yourself with, what you do for work, where you hang out, how you were raised, and all the other environmental factors are what "awaken" the behavior. Do you feel like the way you're living your life could awaken a drinking problem?

What you just said and done is incredibly courageous. It is also the first step to healing.
Second, reach out to a licensed therapist who specializes in Internet addiction. They exist! Internet addiction is as real and just as habit forming as any other addiction. It can cause destructive patterns in your life. Asking for help and following through on a plan with your therapist will create an immediate sense of relief and provide solution for what you're struggling with.

First I fell in love with the clients. It was less about their drug use and curing heroin addiction, but more about understanding their minds. There is a very endearing quality to most addicts. And that is that there is a charisma that draws you in and makes you want to be a part of their journey. Whether it's heroin, meth or alcohol, those are secondary to the human who use them.

Picking up trash on the beach is a good one. Go for it. I grew up on the beaches and we need all the help we can get.