A note before we start - While addictions don't have to be drugs this article focuses on how drug addictions were overcome. These techniques can be generally applied to all addictions. Maybe you cut yourself. Maybe you have an eating disorder. Maybe you gamble or are stuck doom scrolling social media. Anything that creates a negative impact in your life that you can't quit is an addition. Even if your addiction is not substance based I urge you to read the article, be patient