Identify Signs of Drug Addiction And Drug Abuse

If you are not sure about the possibility that someone you know may be abusing drugs, this may be of some help. Listed below are the most common drugs abused and the signs to look out for. Don’t, as many parents or spouses have told us, be caught completely unaware when small signs have gone unnoticed and a catastrophe occurs. The police knocking on the door or a phone call from a hospital are not the times to realize that someone has a drug addiction.  Narconon assists individuals and families by providing free drug information., consultations and referrals.

It is sometimes difficult to imagine that a loved one is using drugs and the signs of drug addiction can range from seemingly harmless lapses in judgment to  involvement with law enforcement.  Very often when clients come in for treatment it is clear that there have been many warning signs, sometimes spanning years, which have simply been missed by the addict’s loved ones.  Often if these signs had been noticed earlier the addict would have suffered fewer consequences from their drug use.

In all instances of substance abuse, watch for a tendency on the part of the abuser to refrain and shun conversation and face-to-face meetings with others. You are watching for behavior that represents a somewhat dramatic change in character from previous experience. The signs of drug abuse and drug addiction can be and will be explained away by the person using the drugs.

Don’t be fooled. As painful as it may be, detecting the signs of drug abuse, learning about the different types of drugs and getting help can possibly save someone’s life.

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait. Get Help call Narconon! A drug addiction won’t go away by talking or wishing it away.

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Signs Of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction – Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol is absorbed by the stomach, enters the bloodstream, and goes to all the tissues. The effects of alcohol are dependent on a variety of factors, including a person’s size, weight, age, and sex, as well as the amount of food and alcohol consumed. Read more…

Signs of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction – Prescription Drug Abuse

The abuse of prescription drugs often begins with a legitimate visit to a doctor or emergency room. The patient is treated for pain, anxiety, or depression. The original intent of the drug use was to relieve a symptom. Read more…

Signs Of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction – Opiates

Heroin is a white to dark brown powder or tar-like substance. It is normally stored in very small plastic baggies, (like a miniature zip-lock baggie) or in the corner of a plastic baggie which is then tied off or knotted. Read more…

Signs Of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction – Cocaine and Crack

Cocaine addiction can occur very quickly and be very difficult to break. Animal studies have shown that animals will work very hard (press a bar over 10,000 times) for a single injection of cocaine, choose cocaine over food and water, and take cocaine even when this behavior is punished. Read more…

Signs of Drug Addiction and Drug Abuse – Methamphetamine Abuse

As with amphetamine use, it causes an increase in energy, a decrease in appetite, and produces an overwhelming feeling of well being. After the “rush” the effects can last 6 to 8 hours. Read more…

Signs Of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction- Cannabis, Marijuana, Hash Abuse

Marijuana came to represent love and peace in the 60s and has never quite lost that image but this is far from the truth. Anyone who uses marijuana regularly is more likely to engage in aggressive and violent behavior, cause trouble at school and destroy property. Read more…

Sign of Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction-LSD and Hallucinogens Abuse

In all instances of substance abuse, watch for a tendency on the part of the abuser to refrain and shun conversation and face-to-face meetings with others. You are watching for behavior that represents a somewhat dramatic change in character from previous experience. Read more…

Narconon provides free drug information in the form of brochures and public service announcements.