Signs And Symptoms Of An Addict

Addiction starts in a social setting and gradually the person exhibits higher tolerance and develops deep craving and withdrawal symptoms. Following are the lists of various signs and symptoms of an addict.

The most common signs of addiction are secretiveness, stealing, lying or changes in social groups of friends, and more. They seem to develop higher and higher tolerance which leads to addictive behavior. An addict would find it difficult to cut down or control the addictive behavior.

Behavioral signs

• High engagement in social networking sites or online gambling.
• Missing school or work.
• Isolating oneself or being secretive about certain activities.
• Legal problems.
• Extreme changes in mood.
• Disruption in sleeping patterns.
• Problems in relationships.
• Dominated conversations related to drugs or alcohol.
• Financial problems such as the dire need for money almost every time.

Physical signs

• Repeated speech patterns.
• Either always under-active or over-active.
• Red eyes or dilated pupils.
• Lot of sniffing or a runny nose which is not related to cold.
• Excessive weight loss.
• Seems to be unwell at one time and better at the other.
• Appearing pale or undernourished.
• Lack of personal hygiene and varied eating habits.

Emotional signs

• Always irritated, defensive or in arguments.
• Lack of interest in the people around them such as family members.
• State of denial and confusion.
• Blaming for the behavior of someone else or an event.
• They tend to divert the subject in order to avoid discussing the topic.
• They use various excuses or justifications to rationalize their behavior.
• Unable to handle stress.

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