The presentation was designed to enable participants to experience some of the feelings of surprise and lack of preparedness that we had experienced ourselves. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Weight Loss

  Methamphetamines can lead to brain, liver, and kidney damage, impaired blood circulation, significant weight loss, and tooth decay. Drugs like cocaine and heroin can seriously damage your respiratory and circulatory systems. [aids.gov]

  They're Trying To Hide Their Physical Appearance "The use of substances can result in changes in appearance, such as blood shot eyes, poor hygiene, and weight loss," says Romano. [bustle.com]

  loss, dental problems, wearing long sleeves on hot days, etc.) [promises.com]

  Drug use can lead to premature birth or low birth weight. It can also cause the baby to have withdrawal symptoms (sometimes in the form of neonatal abstinence syndrome), birth defects or learning and behavioral problems later in life. [gatewayfoundation.org]

• Falling

  Alcohol can make these problems worse, which means alcohol-related falls, car crashes, and other kinds of accidents are more likely. May be more likely to mix alcohol and medicine because they are taking so many medicines. [northshore.org]

  Plans are also being discussed to organize a five-day overnight summer institute for teens, and organize fall workshops or some form of direct outreach, in the schools. [silive.com]

  About This Website About the Health In Aging Foundation About the American Geriatrics Society Aging & Health A-Z Aging & Health A-Z Dementia Diabetes High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Stroke See All Topics Wellness & Prevention Wellness & Prevention Falls [healthinaging.org]

  The Department of Justice and the Montana Healthcare Foundation plan to hold a substance abuse and addiction summit this fall to begin developing a prevention strategy using input gathered from the listening sessions. [flatheadbeacon.com]

  A national epidemic The most abused prescription drugs fall under three categories: painkillers, tranquilizers and stimulants. [foxnews.com]

• Fatigue

  Many people in our society are dependent on caffeine and experience withdrawal symptoms such as headache, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating if they miss their morning cup of coffee 8. [drugabuse.com]

  When people stop taking it, withdrawal symptoms can include anxiety, fatigue, severe depression, psychosis, and intense drug cravings. Smoking is the LEADING CAUSE of preventable death. [drugfreeinfo.org]

  Clinical findings often depend on the substance abused, the frequency of use, and the length of time since last used, and may include the following: weight loss constant fatigue red eyes little concern for hygiene Treatment for substance abuse/chemical [beaumont.org]

• Problems at School

  Such youth often exhibit behavioral problems at school, associate with delinquent peers, have inadequate supervision at home, and are typically not helped by regular school-based drug resistance training programs. [rand.org]

  Substance abuse and problematic patterns of substance use among youth can lead to problems at school, cause or aggravate physical and mental health -related issues, promote poor peer relationships, cause motor-vehicle accidents, and place stress on the [youth.gov]

  Abuse prevention efforts in schools and community settings now focus on school-age groups. [emedicinehealth.com]

• Weight Gain

  Get help if you are experiencing any of these affects: Physical health - nausea, aches and pains, sleep problems, weight gain/loss, infections, accidents, illness or chronic disease. [lifeline.org.au]

• Rhinorrhea

  Along with a strong craving for the drug, opioid withdrawal produces yawning, tears, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, piloerection, and rhinorrhea. Symptoms of withdrawal usually peak around 48 hours and again at 72 hours. [emedicine.medscape.com]

• Nausea

  Physical dependence You have withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, sweating, shakiness or anxiety when you stop drinking or using. You might take a drink or a drug as soon as you wake up. [dbsalliance.org]

  The following are signs and effects of withdrawal, which also suggest that a person is in need of treatment for his or her addiction: Cravings Seizures Bone pain Muscle pain Suicidal ideation Nausea Vomiting Anxious feelings Paranoia Depression Effects [crestwynbh.com]

  You’ll move and think more slowly, and you may have chills, nausea, and nervousness. You may feel a strong need to take more heroin to feel better. Continued Cocaine This drug speeds up your whole body. [webmd.com]

  Get help if you are experiencing any of these affects: Physical health - nausea, aches and pains, sleep problems, weight gain/loss, infections, accidents, illness or chronic disease. [lifeline.org.au]

• Vomiting

  The following are signs and effects of withdrawal, which also suggest that a person is in need of treatment for his or her addiction: Cravings Seizures Bone pain Muscle pain Suicidal ideation Nausea Vomiting Anxious feelings Paranoia Depression Effects [crestwynbh.com]

  Even after long periods of abuse, psychostimulant drugs, including cocaine and methamphetamine, do not produce pronounced physical withdrawal symptoms like vomiting and shaking, although there can be psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety, [drugabuse.com]

  The specific symptoms experienced will vary depending on the substance you abuse but may include nausea, vomiting, headaches, tremors, sweating, insomnia, anxiety, and body aches and pains. [projectknow.com]

  Nausea or vomiting. Muscle tension. Sore muscles. Racing thoughts or the feeling like you cannot control your worries. [rehabs.com]

• Loss of Appetite

  Quitting use of a substance may lead to withdrawal effects such as physical sickness, temporary personality changes, loss of appetite, insomnia, nausea, mood swings, and other disturbances. [goodtherapy.org]

  Heroin: Contracted pupils; no response of pupils to light; needle marks; sleeping at unusual times; sweating; vomiting; coughing, sniffling; twitching; loss of appetite. [helpguide.org]

• Increased Appetite

  Patients may complain of depression, increased appetite, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and headache. Cocaine and hallucinogen withdrawal Cocaine and hallucinogens do not have a typical withdrawal pattern. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Methamphetamines (also known as meth, crank, ice, speed, crystal): Use of this drug also has increased, especially in the West. Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant that increases alertness, decreases appetite, and gives a sensation of pleasure. [emedicinehealth.com]

• Abdominal Cramps

  Patients may complain of depression, increased appetite, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and headache. Cocaine and hallucinogen withdrawal Cocaine and hallucinogens do not have a typical withdrawal pattern. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Withdrawal often causes depression, abdominal cramps, and increased appetite. Other long-term effects include paranoia, hallucinations, weight loss, destruction of teeth, and heart damage. [emedicinehealth.com]

• Abnormal Pulse

  Abnormal pulse. Change in skin color. If any of these signs are present, or if you believe a person might be having an overdose, seek life-saving medical attention immediately. [drugabuse.com]

• Palpitations

  Heart racing or heart palpitations Chest pain. Dry mouth. Nausea or vomiting. Muscle tension. Sore muscles. Racing thoughts or the feeling like you cannot control your worries. [rehabs.com]

  Arrthymias may be asymptomatic, or perceived as palpitations in the chest, or manifest in other ways. Many forms of arrythmia are not life threatening, but some may precipitate events that lead to a cardiac arrest. [americanaddictioncenters.org]

• Tachycardia

  Tremor may be accompanied by tachycardia, diaphoresis, anorexia, and insomnia. After 24-72 hours, the alcoholic may have rum fits (ie, generalized seizures). Delirium tremens (DT) begins 3-5 days after the last drink. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  […] that Suggest Alcohol and Other Drug Problems Mild tremor Odor of alcohol on breath Enlarged, tender liver Nasal irritation (suggestive of cocaine insufflation) Conjunctival irritation (suggestive of exposure to marijuana smoke) Labile blood pressure, tachycardia [aafp.org]

• Blurred Vision

  Symptoms of inhalant intoxication are very similar to those seen with intoxication with alcohol, including dizziness, clumsiness, slurred speech, elation, tiredness, slowed reflexes, thinking and movement, shaking, blurred vision, stupor or coma, and/ [emedicinehealth.com]

• Sweating

  Physical dependence You have withdrawal symptoms such as nausea, sweating, shakiness or anxiety when you stop drinking or using. You might take a drink or a drug as soon as you wake up. [dbsalliance.org]

  […] activities or financial resources Stealing to purchase drugs or alcohol New friends and activities Obvious intoxication from drugs or alcohol Needle marks Mood swings Personality changes A desire to be alone Unusual behavior Legal problems Dilated pupil Sweating [valiantrecovery.com]

  Excessive sweating. Nausea or stomach upset. Feeling faint or dizzy. Hot or cold flashes. Fears of dying. Fears of going crazy. [rehabs.com]

  Fever or sweating. Breathing problems. Abnormal pulse. Change in skin color. If any of these signs are present, or if you believe a person might be having an overdose, seek life-saving medical attention immediately. [drugabuse.com]

• Flushing

  Difficulty sleeping or dealing with problems without using Experiencing headache, panic attacks, insomnia, nausea, diarrhea, sweating, tremors and shaking, nightmares, hallucinations, or other unpleasant withdrawal symptoms Changing appearance, including flushed [ncadd.org]

  Acetaldehyde builds up in the body, leading to unpleasant reactions that include flushing (warmth and redness in the face), nausea, and irregular heartbeat if the patient drinks alcohol. [drugabuse.gov]

  Warning signs of commonly abused prescription drugs Opioid painkillers (including OxyContin, Vicodin, Norco): Drooping eyes, constricted pupils even in dim light, sudden itching or flushing, slurred speech; drowsiness, lack of energy; inability to concentrate [helpguide.org]

• Increased Sweating

  sweating, and difficulty sleeping.[19] The most common side effects seen in film formulations are tongue pain, decreased sensation and redness in the mouth, headache, nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating, constipation, signs and symptoms of opioid withdrawal [en.wikipedia.org]

• Hearing Problem

  May have vision and hearing problems and slower reaction times. Alcohol can make these problems worse, which means alcohol-related falls, car crashes, and other kinds of accidents are more likely. [northshore.org]

• Mood Swings

  swings Personality changes A desire to be alone Unusual behavior Legal problems Dilated pupil Sweating Drowsiness Hyperactivity Financial problems These signs of substance abuse may be a tip that there is a problem. [valiantrecovery.com]

  If your teen has mood swings, changes their style, is temperamental and moody, aggressive and secretive at times, it may be indications of a problem. If you think there is a problem, what do you do? You do an assessment. [firemountainprograms.com]

  "This can include increased irritability, mood swings, angry outbursts, and patterns of isolation." [bustle.com]

  It’s causing major problems in your life—blackouts, financial issues, infections, mood swings, depression, paranoia—but you use anyway. [helpguide.org]

• Denial

  Dual diagnosis and denial Complicating a dual diagnosis is denial. Denial is common in substance abuse. It’s often hard to admit how dependent you are on alcohol or drugs or how much they affect your life. [helpguide.org]

  RELATED: 6 Depression Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore Any interruption or denial of this natural discovery process can manifest clinically and lead people to believe that everything they feel and think is wrong, he explains. This idea, which Dr. [everydayhealth.com]

  The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration explains that in partners of addicts, “Psychological consequences may include denial or protection of the person with the substance abuse problem, chronic anger, stress, anxiety, hopelessness [blackbearrehab.com]

  This underestimation may be attributed to denial, one of the hallmarks of the disease process of substance abuse. Question patients about their drug or drugs of choice and the frequency, amount, and method of use. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Addiction Medicine (ASAM) define alcoholism as: A primary, chronic disease...characterized by impaired control over drinking, preoccupation with the drug alcohol, use of alcohol despite adverse consequences, and distortions in thinking, most notably denial [healthyplace.com]

• Euphoria

  Most drugs affect the brain's "reward circuit," causing euphoria as well as flooding it with the chemical messenger dopamine. [drugabuse.gov]

  Stimulants (including amphetamines, cocaine, crystal meth): Dilated pupils; hyperactivity; euphoria; irritability; anxiety; excessive talking followed by depression or excessive sleeping at odd times; may go long periods of time without eating or sleeping [helpguide.org]

  Alcohol and illicit drugs produce temporary feelings of euphoria. It is this euphoric “high” that users crave. But as the effects of the substance wear off, so do the pleasant feelings. Users may experience depression, apathy, and listlessness. [addictionresource.com]

• Addictive Behavior

  This problem is identical to the one regarding the existence of behavioral addictions as opposed to substance addictions (1). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Addiction affects parts of the brain involved in reward and motivation, learning and memory, and control over behavior. Addiction is a disease that affects both the brain and behavior. Can drug addiction be treated? Yes, but it’s not simple. [drugabuse.gov]

  In trying to help them overcome addictive behavior, they may at times end up enabling the child instead. In programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous, these parents can learn how to keep from enabling their child while still offering love. [goodtherapy.org]

  Before treatment for the addictive behavior can be directly addressed, the substance abuse sufferer might need help in lessening physical withdrawal from alcohol or other drugs they have been using. [emedicinehealth.com]

• Low Self-Esteem

  Eating disorders and substance abuse share a number of common risk factors, including brain chemistry, family history, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and social pressures. [nationaleatingdisorders.org]

  Peer pressure, emotional distress and low self-esteem can all lead individuals to misuse drugs. Ease of access to drugs is another influence. Understanding what the person's motivation is helps to explain why that person is misusing drugs. [netdoctor.co.uk]

  Park et al. (149) found that imitation of others, low self-esteem, and social anxiety contributed to cell-phone abuse. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  These children and their families are at risk for other co-morbid mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, substance use issues, and addiction." [goodtherapy.org]

• Sexual Dysfunction

  dysfunction medications and supplements; and the suburban father who almost lost it all. [foxnews.com]

  […] epigastric distress, diarrhea, or weight changes Sexual dysfunction Sleep disorders A number of physical findings can suggest alcohol or other drug problems ( Table 2 ). 5 Another warning flag pops up when a patient with a chronic disease fails to respond [aafp.org]

• Irritability

  "This can include increased irritability, mood swings, angry outbursts, and patterns of isolation." [bustle.com]

  View/Print Table TABLE 2 Physical Findings that Suggest Alcohol and Other Drug Problems Mild tremor Odor of alcohol on breath Enlarged, tender liver Nasal irritation (suggestive of cocaine insufflation) Conjunctival irritation (suggestive of exposure [aafp.org]

  Other effects: The after-effects of a drug or alcohol “high” can create feelings of depression, exhaustion, pain, and/or irritability. [aids.gov]

  Sometimes recovery from drug problems includes care for other issues that may also be related to using drugs, such as posttraumatic stress, depression, chronic pain, trouble sleeping, irritability, and relationship problems. [maketheconnection.net]

• Headache

  You are having more headaches and dizziness than usual. You are not keeping yourself clean. You have changed what and how you eat. You may not eat as much, for example. You begin to ignore and lose touch with your family and friends. [northshore.org]

  Patients may complain of depression, increased appetite, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and headache. Cocaine and hallucinogen withdrawal Cocaine and hallucinogens do not have a typical withdrawal pattern. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  […] participating in activities that were once enjoyed Physical symptoms : Fluctuations in weight Nausea Increased energy Fatigue Sleep changes Slurred speech Vomiting Bloodshot eyes Excessive perspiration Tremors Injection marks caused by intravenous drug use Headaches [crestwynbh.com]

  When people stop taking the substance, they suffer withdrawal symptoms that can include shaking, headaches, and diarrhea. Drug withdrawal can even be life-threatening. [medbroadcast.com]

  Arguing or fighting with family members or friends Experiencing irritability, depression, or mood swings Using substances to feel “normal” or to change the mood and relax or cheer up Difficulty sleeping or dealing with problems without using Experiencing headache [ncadd.org]

• Hyperactivity

  Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and substance use disorders. 2006. Am J Psychiatry. 2006 Dec;163(12):2059-63. 9. Hablemos de drogas. Una realidad que debe tratarse en familia. [tdahytu.es]

  […] resources Stealing to purchase drugs or alcohol New friends and activities Obvious intoxication from drugs or alcohol Needle marks Mood swings Personality changes A desire to be alone Unusual behavior Legal problems Dilated pupil Sweating Drowsiness Hyperactivity [valiantrecovery.com]

  […] someone else Take extra doses or use a drug other than the way it’s supposed to be taken Take the drug for a non-medical reason Types of prescription drugs that are most often abused include: Opioid pain relievers Medicine used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity [webmd.com]

• Insomnia

  Milder symptoms such as agitation, restlessness, and insomnia are more common. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  If you go too long without drugs, you experience symptoms such as nausea, restlessness, insomnia, depression, sweating, shaking, and anxiety. Loss of control over your drug use. [helpguide.org]

  […] family members or friends Experiencing irritability, depression, or mood swings Using substances to feel “normal” or to change the mood and relax or cheer up Difficulty sleeping or dealing with problems without using Experiencing headache, panic attacks, insomnia [ncadd.org]

  The specific symptoms experienced will vary depending on the substance you abuse but may include nausea, vomiting, headaches, tremors, sweating, insomnia, anxiety, and body aches and pains. [projectknow.com]

• Tremor

  The shakes are tremors caused by overexcitation of the CNS. Tremor may be accompanied by tachycardia, diaphoresis, anorexia, and insomnia. After 24-72 hours, the alcoholic may have rum fits (ie, generalized seizures). [emedicine.medscape.com]

  The specific symptoms experienced will vary depending on the substance you abuse but may include nausea, vomiting, headaches, tremors, sweating, insomnia, anxiety, and body aches and pains. [projectknow.com]

  Withdrawal from alcohol can cause anxiety, irregular heartbeat, tremor, seizures, and hallucinations. In its severest form, withdrawal combined with malnutrition can lead to a life-threatening condition called delirium tremens (DTs). [emedicinehealth.com]

  View/Print Table TABLE 2 Physical Findings that Suggest Alcohol and Other Drug Problems Mild tremor Odor of alcohol on breath Enlarged, tender liver Nasal irritation (suggestive of cocaine insufflation) Conjunctival irritation (suggestive of exposure [aafp.org]

  […] a substance despite a desire to stop No longer participating in activities that were once enjoyed Physical symptoms : Fluctuations in weight Nausea Increased energy Fatigue Sleep changes Slurred speech Vomiting Bloodshot eyes Excessive perspiration Tremors [crestwynbh.com]

As predicted, early-treatment alcoholics made greater situational attributions to the "alcoholic" and greater dispositional attributions to the "nonalcoholic" actor in comparison to the late-treatment alcoholics and controls. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

This text focuses on the drugs that are used by people with HIV and AIDS and how those drugs can negatively impact their health and prognosis. [americanaddictioncenters.org]

Psychopharmacology (BAP), “symptoms of psychiatric disorders such as depression, anxiety and psychosis are the rule rather than the exception in patients misusing drugs and/or alcohol.” [54] Individuals who have a comorbid psychological disorder often have a poor prognosis [en.wikipedia.org]

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You are here Find Treatment ⁄ Substance Abuse and Mental Illness Prevention Prevention and early intervention strategies can reduce the impact of mental and substance use disorders in America’s communities. [samhsa.gov]

OBJECTIVE: To estimate the costs, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of prevention interventions for out-of-treatment substance abusers at risk for HIV. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Wellness & Prevention Falls Prevention Prevention Geriatrics Nutrition Physical Activity Show All Topics Age-Friendly Healthcare & You Age-Friendly Healthcare & You Care for What Matters Most Care for Medications Care for the Mind Care for Mobility Care [healthinaging.org]

Prevention of substance abuse/chemical dependence: There are three major approaches frequently used to prevent adolescent substance use and abuse, including the following: school-based prevention programs School-based prevention programs usually provide [beaumont.org]

Results from NIDA-funded research have shown that prevention programs involving families, schools, communities, and the media are effective for preventing or reducing drug use and addiction. [drugabuse.gov]