I agree think the term 'addiction' is used way too loosely these days similar to 'A.D.D' with kids etc. It almost feels at times that a bunch of scientists in lab coats get together and concoct new addictions, symptons, mental conditions and so on and convince the general public this is a real medical condition that is detrimental to their health.
But hey...we live in a society that preys on people's fears
