WHO NEEDS DRUG ADDICTION TREATMENT?
Being able to recognize the signs and symptoms of drug addiction is absolutely essential in the effort to get that individual the life-saving help they need. The following represents some of the most common signs that someone needs drug addiction: • Withdraws from family and friends • No longer interested in favorite hobbies or activities • Spending time with new friends and acquaintances who use drugs • Poor performance at work or school • Is argumentative or suffers from mood swings • Suffers from depression or anxiety • Has brushes with the law, or engages in self-destructive behavior If friends and family recognize any of the symptoms above they are urged to help that person get treatment at a drug rehab facility. This can be achieved by holding an intervention, talking to the individual calmly about their problem or assisting them in the actual process of finding an addiction treatment facility.
