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Called synthetic drugs, such as amphetamines, ecstasy and lsd. There are also semi-synthetic drugs, such as cocaine, crack and morphine. All types of drugs mentioned cause chemical dependency and can lead to death when overdosed. Who can be a drug addict it is already known that anyone, of any age, sex or status can use drugs and become addicted, but have you ever wondered at what point recreational use becomes an addiction? In general, and as illustrated in the infographic: the 7 signs that your family member may be a drug addict , although each drug has different effects on our body, chemical dependence can be noticed through physical, behavioral and psychological changes. Physical changes are more noticeable, however, we must be attentive to all signs of behavioral and psychological changes to detect this disease and treat it correctly.
Physical changes regarding physical changes, some of the most common symptoms noticed in a drug addict may be: redness of the eyes dilated pupils dry mouth runny nostrils rapid weight changes frequent tremors slow or altered speech burnt eyebrows or other parts of the face yellow fingertips some drug addicts also tend to become gradually more careless Country Email List with their personal image and hygiene, failing to groom themselves or be well-presentable in social situations. Emotional and behavioral changes on the other hand, when we deal with changes in the drug addict’s behavior, the following may occur: decrease in work productivity or school performance increase in irresponsible attitudes frequent absences from professional or social commitments fights at home or at work engaging in activities that put your own life at risk loss of interest in.
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Friends and family borrow money more often irritability insomnia or too much sleep decreased appetite or large appetite spikes isolation debt some drug addicts gradually change their lifestyle, losing contacts, schedules, tasks and pleasures falling by the wayside. Psychological changes psychological changes should be noted more sparingly, since some psychiatric illnesses not related to drugs, such as schizophrenia, depression or bipolar disorder, may present the same symptoms, such as: feeling afraid or anxious without an obvious reason sudden personality changes having sudden moments of anger less desire to do daily activities if some of these signs are noticeable in a friend or family member, it is important to first seek information and professional help from addiction specialists so that the appropriate treatment can be carried out correctly.
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