Signs & Symptoms of Addiction
Below are some physical, psychological, and social signs of addiction.
Physical signs of addiction:- Tolerance
- Withdrawal
- Hangovers
- Falls
- Tremors
- Poor appearance and hygiene
- Blackouts
- Weight loss or weight gain
- Liver, kidney, heart problems
- Loss of control
Psychological signs of addiction:
- Preoccupation - excessive amount of time spent thinking about alcohol or drugs
- Increased irritability, agitation and anger, lowered threshold for violence
- Shame, guilt, fear
- Depression
- Memory loss / confusion
- Increased anxiety / stress
- Isolation
- Poor judgment
Social signs of addiction:
- Using despite negative consequences
- Occupational
- Educational difficulties
- Damaged relationships
- Withdraw from social and leisure activities
- Legal difficulties
- Failure to meet major responsibilities
- Decline of quality of life
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