The issue is that there is not always a physical element to addiction. You can become addicted to anything that gives you a positive dopamine boost. It’s why porn and food can become addictive to people.
I get what you’re going for here but almost anything can be considered a “drug” if we are just using addictive and bad for you as the qualifiers. Even drinking too much water can kill you.
An extremely well thought out and researched rebuttal. I have nothing further to say other than I appreciate you sharing your opinion. I still slightly disagree overall but I value the very strong points you bought to the table here. Very refreshing.