It is untrue because you can get addicted to anything that gives you pleasure, including marijuana. It has also been claimed that 9 to 30 percent of users will develop some substance use disorder. It is addictive because the user gets rewarded with pleasure, and it is easy to consume in high amounts once the tolerance point is reached.

The safest way is to go as per the guidelines of your doctor. If you feel that you are depending on the medicine and no longer feel its effects, then it is better to talk to your GP because they are the ones that will be able to give you options.

The addiction to cocaine does not create a difference on the basis of age, gender, race, income, etc. Its addiction is not a choice rather an affliction and needs professional attention for treatment. At SAMBHAV, we plan treatment specifically to ensure that patients receive high-quality treatment.

At SAMBHAV, we believe that all patients are different, and rather than categorizing them, we look at their behaviour of drinking. A person feels the need to drink when:

• Drink before stressful situations
• They are alone
• Struggle with work or study

They have a higher chance of relapsing as compared to other addicts. The role of alcohol is that it is readily available. It does not mean that relapse is uncertain. You must remember that addiction is a lifelong struggle, and the treatment must be revisited to maintain freedom from addiction.

Self-care is vital for mental health. Just like our body needs exercise and healthy food, our mental health also needs to be observed.

You can do the following things to stay healthy mentally:

• Connect with more people
• Stay positive in your actions and words
• Help others when they need you
• Have sufficient sleep
• Take out some time for meditation

If you are thinking about self-medication to treat mental health, then it is extremely dangerous, which often leads to the worsening of the original condition.

Diagnosing mental issues is challenging and can go undiagnosed for an extended period.