What Is Addiction?
Addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disease defined by a physical and psychological dependence on drugs, alcohol or a behavior. When an addictive disorder has formed, a person will pursue their toxic habits despite putting themselves or others in harm’s way.
Addiction and the Brain:
Excessive substance abuse affects many parts of the body, but the organ most impacted is the brain. When a person consumes a substance such as drugs or alcohol, their brain produces large amounts of dopamine, which triggers the brain’s reward system. After repeated drug use, the brain is unable to produce normal amounts of dopamine on its own. This means that a person will struggle to find enjoyment in pleasurable activities – like spending time with friends or family – when they are not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
What Are the Signs of Drug Addiction?
Depending upon the substance of choice, the signs of being under the influence will vary. But drug addiction can create a number of problems that are common to all who live with the issue. These include:
- Hiding substance use
- Lying about substances used or the amount of the drug used
- Violent or erratic behavior
- Extreme mood changes
- Complaints of physical illness
- Continued use of drugs despite negative consequences
- Inability to maintain employment or function well at work
- Rationalizing drug use despite consequences
- Inability to remain clean and sober for any length of time
- Disrupted sleeping and eating patterns
- Choosing to get high over other activities.
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