Signs and Symptoms of Drug Addiction
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Here is a list of signs and
symptoms of alcohol and/or drug abuse and addiction. It is
important to keep in mind that if a person shows any of the following signs
or symptoms of drug addiction, it does not automatically mean that he or
she is using drugs. Some of these behaviors could be attributed to other social
difficulties. If you have any questions about someone that displays these
signs and symptoms of drug addiction, contact us for drug addiction
treatment resources.
Physical Signs and Symptoms of Drug Abuse
Addiction:
- Slowed or staggering walk; poor physical
coordination.
- Inability to sleep, awake at unusual times, unusual
laziness.
- Red, watery eyes; pupils larger or smaller than
usual; blank stare.
- Cold, sweaty palms; shaking hands.
- Puffy face, blushing or paleness.
- Smell of substance on breath, body or clothes.
- Loss of appetite, increase in appetite, any changes
in eating habits, unexplained weight loss or gain.
- Extreme hyperactivity; excessive
talkativeness.
- Runny nose; hacking cough.
- Needle marks on lower arm, leg or bottom of feet.
- Nausea, vomiting or excessive sweating.
- Tremors or shakes of hands, feet or head.
- Irregular heartbeat.
Behavioral Signs and Symptoms of Drug Abuse and
Addiction:
- Change in overall attitude/personality with no
other identifiable cause.
- Changes in friends; new hang-outs; sudden avoidance
of old crowd; doesn't want to talk about new friends; friends are known drug
users.
- Sudden change in activities or hobbies.
- Drop in grades at school or performance at work;
skips school or is late for school.
- Change in habits at home; loss of interest in
family and family activities.
- Difficulty in paying attention; forgetfulness.
- General lack of motivation, energy, self-esteem, "I
don't care" attitude.
- Sudden oversensitivity, temper tantrums, or
resentful behavior.
- Moodiness, irritability, or nervousness.
- Silliness or giddiness.
- Paranoia
- Excessive need for privacy; unreachable.
- Secretive or suspicious behavior.
- Car accidents.
- Chronic dishonesty.
- Unexplained need for money, stealing money or
items.
- Change in personal grooming habits.
- Possession of drug paraphernalia.
Here are some questions to ask yourself to see if
you have a problem with alcohol or drug addiction. If you answer yes to
any of these, contact us for help to find an alcohol or drug addiction
treatment center.
Have you ever been concerned about your drinking or
drug use?
Has anyone ever made comments about your drinking or drug
use?
Have you ever made promises to yourself to cut down or quit?
Has your drinking or drug use interfered with work or school?
Have you experienced financial problems because of your use of alcohol
or drugs?
Have you had legal problems related to your use of alcohol or
drugs?
Do people ever question you about why you drink or use?
Do you have feelings of remorse, guilt or shame following a period of
using alcohol or drug use?
Do you drink or use drugs to escape from
your worries?
Do you drink or use drugs to build your self-confidence?
Have you ever experienced loss of memory when drinking?
Do you
drink alone?
Is drinking or drug use harming your reputation?
Has drinking or drug use interfered with sleeping?
Has your drinking or
drug use decreased your ambition?
Have you lost time from work because
of drinking or drug use?
Don't wait for the signs and symptoms of
drug addiction to get worse. Contact us now for help. |
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