This activity is designed for you to explore the continuum of an addictive behav

This activity is designed for you to explore the continuum of an addictive behavior of your choice. 
Addictive behavior appears in stages. The earliest stage is non-use, which finally leads up to out-of-control dependence. The stages in between are important to identify, as it is much easier to correct an early-stage issue as opposed to a late-stage problem.
After reviewing the module readings and tasks, use the module notes as a reference and alcohol or substance abuse addiction as an example to identify the various levels of addiction.
You may choose to develop a time line identifying the stages or develop a written essay (no more than 500 words in Word format) to describe the escalation of addictive behaviors.
You are to include at least two references from academic sources that you have researched on this topic in the Excelsior University Library and use appropriate citations in American Psychological Association (APA) style.
You cannot just do a Google search for the topic! Academic sources are required. You may use Google Scholar or other libraries.
Excelsior University Library Materials on locating and identifying research sources can be found at Starting Your ResearchLinks to an external site..
APA style guidelines for your in-text citations and references can be found at Citing Sources