ArjunNR on Instagram: "Addiction — What Is It? Simply put, addiction begins when we repeatedly choose a reality we like, a reality that gives us pleasure or relief. At first, it feels like a choice. Over time, it stops feeling like one. Scientifically, addiction is not caused by a single factor. Genetics, life experiences, trauma, mental health conditions, and emotional pain all play a role. Not everyone who uses a substance becomes addicted. Many people try it once, twice, or even many times so