Millions of people around the world are said to suffer from some form of drug addiction. Drug addiction are diseases that over time cause changes in the person's body, mind, and behavior, and the individual is unable to control his or her use of substances despite the harm that it causes.
As a person progress from substance use to abuse and possibly dependence, there are observable behavioral signs and symptoms. Like any other progressive, life-threatening disease, it is always desirable to intervene as early as possible when symptoms become apparent.
The symptoms in drug addiction and habituation vary with the type of drug, the amount used, and the personality of the user. Drug addiction is usually symptomatic of a personality disorder. Signs of drug addiction can include a decreased desire to work and/or socialize, extreme drowsiness, inattentive- ness, frequent mood swings, and restlessness.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Monday, November 16, 2009
Addiction definition
Millions of people all over the world suffer the consequences of addiction. But what exactly does the term addiction mean? Addiction is a compulsive searching for happiness outside of ourselves. Traditionally, the term addiction has been used to identify self-destructive behaviors that include a pharmacological component. Drug addiction is often defined by the pharmacological terms tolerance, sensitization, dependence, and withdrawal.
Although there is still debate about the definition of addiction, most professionals in the field seem to agree with the World Health Organization which defined addiction as a pathological relationship with a mood altering experience or thing that causes damage to the person and others.
Although there is still debate about the definition of addiction, most professionals in the field seem to agree with the World Health Organization which defined addiction as a pathological relationship with a mood altering experience or thing that causes damage to the person and others.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Many Faces of Addiction
Addiction is a major public health problem. At least 20 percent of Americans suffer from substance use disorders, and many of them die as a direct or indirect consequence of these disorders. The most commonly substance use disorders include tobacco, marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, heroin, and amphetamines.
Psychologist are even starting to recognise that people can get addicted to computer games, shopping, sex, gambling, work, and chat rooms on the Internet. Substance abuse jeopardizes the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Fortunately these addictions are treatable.
There are many type of treatments for addiction problems. Each type of treatment has its strengths and weaknesses. The amount of treatment required will vary from one individual to another and with the type of addiction.
There are many type of treatments for addiction problems. Each type of treatment has its strengths and weaknesses. The amount of treatment required will vary from one individual to another and with the type of addiction.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Drug abuse problems
Drug abuse is when a person uses a drug repeatedly without any medical reason and this use affects her health in a negative ways. Stressful or traumatic events may predispose an individual to heightened drug abuse.
The signs of drug abuse are numerous; they may include depression, anxiety, lethargy, aggressive behavior, sudden changes in behavior or personality, poor school and/or work performance, and insomnia.
Drug abuse problems can lead to health, social, and legal problems in our society. It is also clear that drug abuse can substantially alter human behavior, including the range of skills and abilities necessary for both job behavior and day-to-day functioning in our society.
The signs of drug abuse are numerous; they may include depression, anxiety, lethargy, aggressive behavior, sudden changes in behavior or personality, poor school and/or work performance, and insomnia.
Drug abuse problems can lead to health, social, and legal problems in our society. It is also clear that drug abuse can substantially alter human behavior, including the range of skills and abilities necessary for both job behavior and day-to-day functioning in our society.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Addiction
Addiction is a term widely used to indicate any type of excessive repetitive involvement with an activity or substance. Drug abuse and alcoholism are common forms of addiction. Addiction is said to exist when the body becomes so accustomed to the presence of foreign substance that it can no longer function properly if the substance is withdrawn.
Addiction, especially in the case of drug and alcohol abuse, can cause as much suffering and have as many negative health consequences. They are unable to stop or cut down despite serious negative health and behavioral effects consequences. The long-term abuse of drugs and alcohol can result in serious chronic diseases such as liver and kidney disease, nervous disorders, heart disease, lung disease, and even death.
Most people who develop problems with addictions are from unhappy to very unhappy family environments. Understanding how addictions develop gives the mental health professional additional tool to decide the best drug and alcohol treatment.
Addiction, especially in the case of drug and alcohol abuse, can cause as much suffering and have as many negative health consequences. They are unable to stop or cut down despite serious negative health and behavioral effects consequences. The long-term abuse of drugs and alcohol can result in serious chronic diseases such as liver and kidney disease, nervous disorders, heart disease, lung disease, and even death.
Most people who develop problems with addictions are from unhappy to very unhappy family environments. Understanding how addictions develop gives the mental health professional additional tool to decide the best drug and alcohol treatment.
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