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DRUGS & SUBSTANCE ABUSE

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Risk Factors, Effects on the brain,Symptoms, Warning signs and treatment. Drugs and substances such as marijuana, cocaine and heroine are not the only substances that can be abused. Alcohol, prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications, inhalant and solvents, sedatives, coffee and cigarettes.

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DRUGS &

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Substance abuse can simply be defined as a pattern of

harmful use of any substance for mood-altering purposes.

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Drug Abuse…

…according to the Medline's Medical Encyclopedia is "the use

of illicit drugs or the abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs for purposes other than

those for which they are indicated or in a manner or in quantities

other than directed."

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Are you worried that someone you love is doing

drugs or addicted?

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Are you struggling with substance abuse or drug

addiction?

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Substance Abuse does not discriminate; it

affects people from all walks of life, socioeconomic

background and educational level.

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Illegal drugs such as marijuana, cocaine and heroine are not the only substances that can be

abused. Alcohol, prescription drugs and

over-the-counter medications, inhalant

and solvents, sedatives, coffee and cigarettes,

can all be used to harmful excess.

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Some Reasons for Drug Use

Some individuals experiment with drugs, Some try drugs out of curiosity, others to have a good time, because friends are doing it. Some in an effort to improve athletic performance or ease stress, anxiety, or depression. The Use of it doesn’t automatically lead to abuse. drug use moves from casual to problematic depending on the individual.

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Drug abuse and Addiction is less about the amount of substance consumed or the frequency, and

more to do with the consequences of drug use. if your drug use is causing

problems in your life—at work, school, home, or in your

relationships—you likely have a drug abuse or addiction problem.

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5 C’s of AddictionChronicLoss of ControlCompulsionUse despite negative CONSEQUENCESCravings.

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Risk Factors

Your genes, mental health, family and social environment increases your vulnerability include.• Family history of addiction • Abuse, neglect, or other traumatic

experiences in childhood• Mental disorders such as depression

and anxiety• Early use of drugs

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Effect on the BrainTaking a recreational drug causes a surge in levels of dopamine in your brain, which trigger feelings of pleasure. Your brain remembers these feelings and wants them repeated.Changes in your brain interfere with your ability to think clearly, exercise good judgment, control your behavior, and feel normal without drugs.Changes in your brain interfere with your ability to think clearly, exercise good judgment, control your behavior, and feel normal without drugs.

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Common signs and

symptoms of

drug abuse

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• You’re neglecting your responsibilities at school, work, or home (e.g. flunking classes, skipping work, neglecting your children) because of your drug use.

• You’re using drugs under dangerous conditions or taking risks while high, such as driving while on drugs, using dirty needles, or having unprotected sex.

• Your drug use is getting you into legal trouble, such as arrests for disorderly conduct, driving under the influence, or stealing to support a drug habit. 

• Your drug use is causing problems in your relationships, such as fights with your partner or family members, an unhappy boss, or the loss of old friends.

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Common signs and

symptoms of

drug abuse(Cont’d)

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You’ve built up a drug tolerance.  A greater quantity of the drug has to be used to get a similar high.

You take drugs to avoid or relieve withdrawal symptoms.  You cannot stay too long without the drug, experiences withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, restlessness, insomnia, depression, sweating, shaking, and anxiety.

You’ve lost control over your drug use. You cannot control your drug cravings, you feel powerless to stop using, you become dependent and feel that you’re unable to function without it.

Your life revolves around drug use. You are consume by thoughts of the drugs and how to get it.

You’ve abandoned activities you used to enjoy. You isolate yourself and avoid socializing in order to use drugs.

You continue to use drugs, despite knowing it’s hurting you.  You are experiencing serious health and harmful problems but continues despite of them- infections, mood swings, depression, paranoia.

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Drug abusers often try to conceal their symptoms.

look for the following warning signs:

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Warning Signs

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Physical warning signs of drug abuse

• Bloodshot eyes, pupils larger or smaller than usual

• Changes in appetite or sleep patterns. Sudden weight loss or weight gain

• Deterioration of physical appearance, personal grooming habits

• Unusual smells on breath, body, or clothing

• Tremors, slurred speech, or impaired coordination

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Behavioral signs of

drug abuse

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• Poor work or school attendance and decline in performance.

• Spike in spending and urgency for money or financial problems. • Secretive, suspicious unusual

behaviors• Sudden change in friends and

associates.• Accident or trouble prone (fights,

accidents, illegal activities)

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Behavioral signs of

drug abuse(Cont’d)

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• Personality Change(sudden mood swings, irritability,

or angry outbursts)• hyperactivity, agitation, or

giddiness• Lack of motivation and

withdrawn• Unexplained Anxiety or

paranoia

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Commonly abused drugs

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Marijuana:Glassy, red eyes; loud talking, inappropriate laughter followed by sleepiness; loss of interest, motivation; weight gain or loss.Depressants (including Xanax, Valium, GHB):Contracted pupils; drunk-like; difficulty concentrating; clumsiness; poor judgment; slurred speech; sleepiness.Stimulants (including amphetamines, cocaine, crystal meth): Dilated pupils; hyperactivity; euphoria; irritability; anxiety; excessive talking followed by depression or excessive sleeping at odd times; may go long periods of time without eating or sleeping; weight loss; dry mouth and nose.

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Commonly abused drugs

(cont’d)

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Inhalants (glues, aerosols, vapors) : Watery eyes; impaired vision, memory and thought; secretions from the nose or rashes around the nose and mouth; headaches and nausea; appearance of intoxication; drowsiness; poor muscle control; changes in appetite; anxiety; irritability; lots of cans/aerosols in the trash.Hallucinogens (LSD, PCP) : Dilated pupils; bizarre and irrational behavior including paranoia, aggression, hallucinations; mood swings; detachment from people; absorption with self or other objects, slurred speech; confusion.Heroin : Contracted pupils; no response of pupils to light; needle marks; sleeping at unusual times; sweating; vomiting; coughing, sniffling; twitching; loss of appetite.

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TYPES OF TREATMENT• Medical• Group therapy• Individual therapy• Family Therapy• 12 Step Programs• Detoxification • In Patient Rehabilitation• Therapeutic Counselling& Groups

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reference• www.about.com• www.umm.edu• www.helpguide.org• www.drugabuse.gov

• www.alcoholism.about.com

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Don’t do drugs!Group Members:

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