Signs of Addiction

what are the signs that one can look out for if you are concerned your loved one is using drugs?
1. Unpredictable spending habits: always spending on the substance of their choice, they always do not have enough money. this makes them borrow things or money from people around them.
2. Mood swings: because substances affect the brain function, it also affects the ability to control their emotions. sudden anger or elated mood should raise concerns.
3. Sudden weight change: Some substances trigger hunger while others suppress hunger. if you notice weight change with other signs, you should find out more.
4. Behavioral change such as secretive behavior, withdrawing from loved ones, loss of interest in their hobbies, etc. these are very common common for the one who feels guilt, shame, judged for his using thus they feel the urge to hide away.
4. Disturbed sleep pattern: Cant sleep during the night so they use than in the morning they are unable to wake up. for this reason they also are unable to concentrate at school or work and their performance drops.
5. self hygiene becomes poor. they loose interest in themselves, their health, their environment and this leads to appear shabby, unkempt and dirty.