Drug addiction is an insidious disease that takes over a person’s life and clouds their world in a fog of problems and struggles.  The signs of drug addiction are many and varied depending on what type of drug is being abused.

Different drugs affect people in different ways.  For example, marijuana may make a person appear spaced out and distant while amphetamines will appear hyper and upbeat.  Some people are more prone to addiction as some drugs are more likely to bring about an addiction than others.

If you have been using drugs and are concerned that you may have an addiction, look for the following signs:

* An increase or decrease in appetite, changes in eating habits, or a sudden weight loss
* Changes in personality with no other identifiable cause
* Loss of interest in activities you used to find enjoyable
* Difficult in paying attention or forgetfulness
* Lack of motivation and energy
* Fitful sleep
* Paranoia
* Trouble with managing money
* Inability to stop using your drug of choice
* Excessive pre-occupation with your drug supply
* Doing things you normally wouldn’t do if not on the drug
* Use of drugs despite health problems or warnings
* Change in personal grooming habits like showering and changing clothes

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