Many people use drugs/alcohol/tobacco as a crutch to help them handle difficult emotions such as anger, depression, and anxiety. These emotions are challenging for everyone, and it can be hard to resist the temptation of an easy escape. (Therapist Aid, 2016) What choices does a person have, other than drug use, when they are confronted with these painful emotions? What emotions might lead a person to use drugs, alcohol, or tobacco? What dimensions of wellness are impacted and interconnected above? How might this impact a person's risk for chronic disease?