Recognizing Addiction in a Loved One

RECOGNIZING ADDICTION in a Loved One REASONS PEOPLE SEEK TREATMENT: 23% Alcohol 18.3% Alcohol plus other drugs 17% Marijuana 14.1% Heroin 10.2% Other addictions: PCP, tranquilizers, inhalants, hallucinogens 8.1% Crack Cocaine 6.1% Methamphetamine 3.2% Cocaine SYMPTOMS OF DRUG ADDICTION: Have you noticed these signs in a loved one? Symptom Behavior Examples D- · Failing grades Neglected Responsibilities · Missed work deadlines • Sharing drug needles • Having unprotected sex Risky Behavior Personality Changes • Mood swings • Irritability • Increased need to borrow New Financial Problems • Stealing money/valuables Appearance Changes • Hygiene deterioration • Weight loss or gain New Legal Problems • Drug/DUI arrests Disorderly conduct arrests • New friends • New hangouts Social Life Changes • Hallucinations • Paranoia ? ? Confused Thinking Provided by: Las Encinas Aurora Behavioral Health Care www.chemicaldependencytreatmentla.com Sources: www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/treatment-statistics www.helpguide.org/mental/drug_substance_abuse_addiction_signs_e ffects_treatment.htm www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-addiction/DSoo183/DSECTION=s ymptoms