Trigger

Internal and external cues which when encountered increase the cravings of an addictAn individual with an unhealthy dependence on a substance or behavior. An individual remains an addict even years into recovery and must therefore remain active in recovery. Read more about drug & alcohol addiction & withdrawal at Withdrawal Info. for the substance or behavior on which they are dependent. This can include a certain smell, place, or person the addict associates with trauma or use.