So how do you know if you have a drug or alcohol problem? Is there a way to solve this? Is there a way out? In this article, we help you get the answers that you need so you can also get the help that you need.
Drug or alcohol problem comes in many forms and affects people regardless of gender, social status, profession, economic status, or health. There are people who are into sports and yet indulge in substance addiction. There are also professionals, such as teachers and doctors, who abuse drugs such as prescription pills and narcotics. Meanwhile, even those who are unemployed find themselves being lured and trapped by the addicted lifestyle.
If you believe that your spouse, significant other, parent, or child has a substance abuse problem, then the following test can help you understand your loved one’s situation even more and if he or she is in real danger. The test will also help you determine if treatment is necessary.
These questions can also be helpful if you suspect someone dear to you as having addiction problems, as these are warning signs to look out for.
- Losing time from work or school due to substance use
- Drinking or drug use is making family life unhappy and chaotic
- Using substances to build confidence or overcome insecurities
- Drinking or drug use is affecting the user’s reputation
- User is feeling remorse afterwards
- Planning to cut down on drinking or drug use but efforts prove to be unsuccessful
- Getting into financial difficulties as a result of substance use
- Changing circle of friends to involve those who also use drugs or drink alcohol
- Cravings at certain times of day
- Feeling the need to use or drink in order to get through something or get through the day
- Substance use is jeopardizing career, studies, and/or relationships
- Drinking or using alone
- Using substances as a form of escape
- Experiencing memory loss as a result of drug or alcohol use
- Disinterest in old habits or hobbies due to drug or alcohol use
- Having secrets or trying to hide substance use
- Being hospitalized or treated for substance use-related illnesses
While this is not a clinical evaluation or a medical diagnosis, the signs above can help you determine if someone you know and love is abusing substances or are already addicted.
If you see these signs in a person, please take time to have them checked or speak to someone who can help them out. We at Bridges of Hope are here to listen and help you get your loved one the help he or she needs.
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