Addiction can happen when a person becomes dependent on alcohol, tobacco, or other substances and finds it difficult to stop using them, even when they want to. Addiction is not a sign of weakness or a lack of willpower. It can affect how the brain works and make quitting very challenging.
If you need to talk to someone: Majuro and Ebeye Hospitals, plus local Health Centers: 625-4144 (Ambulance/ER).