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My research explored different therapeutic models of addiction from a philosophy lens, evaluating the role agency and self-identity play in addiction. Using the widely known 12-step model, this paper discusses the moral model, genetic model, brain disease model, and existential model of addiction. Ultimately, I conclude that addiction needs to be approached from a more individualistic model that acknowledges the variety of factors that play a role in the disorder. In order to treat addiction more effectively across a wider group of people, the model must be able to aid people in making a change in their identity and moving away from the identity of an addict. Thus, specific treatments will look different for each individual as they work towards achieving the same goal.