A person with an addiction uses a substance, or engages in a behavior, for which the rewarding effects provide a compelling incentive to repeat the activity, despite detrimental consequences.
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Addiction issues are a familiar feature of shoplifters' stories. We have spoken to a number who, almost word for word, say the same as Chris Downes. They want things to be different, they say ...