The Signs That Someone May Be Addicted to Drugs
Do you spend more time with your friends than your family? Do you get really excited when you have a new opportunity at school or work? Does your mood change if one of your favorite movies is released in theaters? Do you often find yourself lying to your friends and family about where you’ve been or what you’ve done? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, there may be something wrong with you. You may be addicted to drugs. The first step toward healing and recovery is recognizing that there is a problem. It doesn’t matter what kind of drug user you are or how much you use—with the right help, most people can recover from an addiction and resume their normal lives. As many as 80% of people who start using drugs will eventually become addicted. However, not all addictions are created equal. In some cases, certain substances may trigger compulsive drug use that occurs despite negative consequences (e.g., social isolation, low self-esteem, poor academic performance). These s...