This is an excerpt from the e-book set ‘Stomp Out Teen Struggles – Addictive Behavior’.

Here are some common traits found in people who are more likely to succumb to addiction.

Do you have any of the characteristics listed below? If so, which ones apply to you?
• Depression
• Insecurity
• Anxiety
• Antisocial
• Attention seeking
• Low self-esteem
• Acting impulsively
• Wanting to belong
• Being a daredevil
• Wanting immediate gratification
• Little regard for the law
• Having trouble at home
• Going through a tough time

If some of these traits do apply to you, be aware, and please be careful! You may find it easier to develop a dependency on something to help you get through the day.