What is the Relationship between Addiction and the Mind and Body? At 15, she started drinking alcohol, which led to severe addiction. This column details how alcohol affected her life and mind, and how she progressed towards recovery through professional treatment. Psychological Aspects Early ExperiencesShe began drinking at 15, and the enjoyable experiences acted as positive reinforcement. This is a typical example of "conditioning," where pleasant results strengthen the behavior. For instance, Wand's research suggests that the pleasure from alcohol is a key factor in promoting its use (Wand, 2012). Such early experiences lay the groundwork for later addictive behaviors. ...
