1. What are some of the addictions that are recognized in our society today? What are the drugs and alcohol and other addictions people struggle with?

2. What are physiological mechanisms to addiction that make it more likely in one person versus another person?
V. Addiction and Mental Disorders
1. What is the connection between addiction and mental disorders? Explain the connection.
2. What are some mental disorders that are commonly seen in today’s society?
3. Are any of these mental disorders commonly paired with some type of addiction?
4. Do any of these addictions or mental disorders seem to be more prevalent in one gender or the other? Explain.