Drug abuse and addiction
Signs, symptoms, and help for drug problems and substance abuse
“When you’re stuck in the cycle of addiction, recovery can seem out of reach. But change is possible with the right treatment and support, and by making lifestyle changes that address your addiction's root cause.”
The Drug abuse and Addiction section of helpguide.org covers:
- Understanding drug use, drug abuse and addiction
- How drug abuse and addiction can develop
- Signs and symptoms of drug abuse and addiction
- Getting help for drug abuse and drug addiction
- Warning signs that a friend or family member is abusing drugs
- When a loved one has a drug problem
- When your teen has a drug problem
The information is also available as a downloadable pdf.
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