Understanding Addiction: Early Warning Signs, Symptoms, and Recovery.
Addiction can be tough to spot. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) defines it as a chronic disease affecting the brain’s reward, motivation, and memory functions. Key signs include. Lack of control or inability to avoid the substance/behavior. Decreased socialization like abandoning commitments or relationships. Ignoring risks like sharing needles. And Physical effects such as withdrawal symptoms or needing higher doses. Healthy individuals can usually identify and eliminate negative behaviors, but those with addiction often justify their habits. Recognizing sudden weight or personality changes in loved ones is crucial.
References:
https://www.healthline.com/health/addiction/recognizing-addiction
Addiction can be tough to spot. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) defines it as a chronic disease affecting the brain’s reward, motivation, and memory functions. Key signs include. Lack of control or inability to avoid the substance/behavior. Decreased socialization like abandoning commitments or relationships. Ignoring risks like sharing needles. And Physical effects such as withdrawal symptoms or needing higher doses. Healthy individuals can usually identify and eliminate negative behaviors, but those with addiction often justify their habits. Recognizing sudden weight or personality changes in loved ones is crucial.
References:
https://www.healthline.com/health/addiction/recognizing-addiction
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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about,
00:12Understanding Addiction, Early Warning Signs, Symptoms and Recovery.
00:16Addiction can be tough to spot. The American Society of Addiction Medicine
00:20ASAM, defines it as a chronic disease affecting the brain's reward, motivation and memory functions.
00:25Key signs include, lack of control or inability to avoid the substance behavior,
00:30decreased socialization like abandoning commitments or relationships, ignoring risks
00:34like sharing needles, and physical effects such as withdrawal symptoms or needing higher doses.
00:39Healthy individuals can usually identify and eliminate negative behaviors,
00:43but those with addiction often justify their habits.
00:45Recognizing sudden weight or personality changes in loved ones is crucial.
00:491. Types of Addiction
00:51Addiction can involve substances or behaviors.
00:53Substance addictions include, nicotine or tobacco, alcohol,
00:57inolence like aerosol products and drugs, illicit or prescription.
01:00Behavioral addictions include, gambling, working, sex, shopping, video games, and internet use.
01:07Recognize warning signs and seek help, regardless of the addiction type.
01:112. Early Signs
01:12Early signs might be subtle, such as, experimentation, family history of addiction,
01:17strong attraction to an activity or substance, seeking situations where the substance or
01:21activity is present, and binge episodes with little remorse.
01:253. Personality Changes
01:27As addiction progresses, significant personality changes may occur, including,
01:31loss of interest in hobbies, neglecting relationships, missing important obligations,
01:35risky behaviors to sustain addiction, changing sleep patterns, and increased secrecy.
01:404. Health Changes
01:41Addiction often leads to, bloodshot or glazed eyes, frequent illness, unexplained injuries,
01:47sudden weight changes, poor skin, hair, teeth and nails, increased drug tolerance,
01:52physical withdrawal symptoms, and memory loss or speech changes.
01:56Mental and emotional changes include mood swings, aggression, irritability,
02:00depression, apathy, and suicidal thoughts.
02:035. Long-Term Consequences
02:05Addiction's long-term effects can include, infectious diseases from shared needles,
02:10dropping out of school, damaged relationships, arrests or jail time,
02:13eviction, job loss, and loss of parental rights.
02:16These issues are more frequent with addiction.
02:18Determine if problems stem from addiction before approaching someone.
02:226. Steps Toward Recovery
02:24Quick access to treatment is vital.
02:26Call 1-800-622-4357 for confidential help from SAMHSA.
02:32Seek help from doctors, treatment centers, or support groups.
02:35Effective treatments often involve steps like detoxification,
02:38behavioral counseling, and long-term follow-up.
02:41Support loved ones by, learning about the addiction and treatment,
02:44staying involved, providing a sober environment, and expressing concern during relapses.
02:49Recovery requires the individual's willingness to change for success.