Drug Dependency and Abuse
Some individuals who have tried drugs or use them frequently will know when infrequent drug use becomes drug abuse and dependence. Denial however, is very powerful and may blind many people to the fact that drugs are becoming a problem. Drug abuse and dependence can be recognized by the following signs:-
Symptoms of Drug Dependency and Abuse
● Feeling that you NEED the drug or dependency towards a drug on a regular basis.● Ensuring that you have a constant supply of the drug
● Behaving in uncharacteristic ways in order to use, such as stealing money, lying to loved ones, or becoming aggressive when something stands between you and your next drug taking session
● Feeling helpless to deal with life’s problems and stressors with out the ‘help’ from your drug of choice
● Repeatedly failing attempts at stopping your drug use
● Development of tolerance towards the drug
● Putting yourself and/or others in danger when under the influence, such as driving while intoxicated, or participating in other risky behaviors, including unprotected sex
