Drugs can be both psychologically and physically addicting. Detroit residents are addicted when they have trouble controlling their consumption and when they continue to use despite negative consequences. It’s often difficult for people to realize if they’re addicted, but there are warning signs that can indicate a problem.

Questions to Ask Yourself to See If You Are Addicted

If you are worried about your drug use, ask yourself the following questions:

• Have you developed drug tolerance, requiring you to use larger amounts than you did in the past to achieve desired results? Tolerance is not in itself indicative of addiction, but is often one of the first steps.
• Do you experience withdrawal symptoms when you go without drugs? This is a sign that you’ve become physically dependent on the drug. As with tolerance, physical dependence can exist apart from full addiction, but it’s very common for it to lead to an addictive state. Many Detroit residents don’t recognize withdrawal symptoms when they experience them. Sometimes people think withdrawal symptoms indicate a case of the flu. At other times withdrawal symptoms are primarily psychological in nature, such as anxiety, depression, or irritability, and people don’t associate them with drug use. But, these symptoms are serious and can indicate an addiction.
• Have you neglected responsibilities at home, work, or school because of drug use? As drug addiction increases, Detroit addicts place higher priority on the drug than on other things.
• Have you given up activities you once enjoyed? This also speaks to the issue of priorities.
• Have relationships begun to suffer? Friends and family of drug addicts often realize that drug use has become more important to their loved one than they are. This can lead to feelings of abandonment and hurt which strain relationships.
• Have people confronted you about drug use? It’s very common for others to see signs of trouble before an addict does.
• Has drug use caused you to engage in risky behavior? This could include such actions as using dirty needles or driving under the influence.
• Has drug use caused you to do illegal or immoral things you wouldn’t otherwise do? This might include stealing drugs from a friend’s medicine cabinet or being arrested for disorderly conduct.
• Do you spend a lot of time thinking about drug use? Many Detroit addicts spend a lot of time thinking about how to acquire them and when they will be able to use them next.
• Have you lost control over your drug use? Using drugs more often or in higher quantities than you had planned is a clear sign of trouble.
• Have you tried to stop using drugs and been unsuccessful? This is another clear sign that help is needed.

Drug Addiction Help for Detroit Residents

Addiction is a real disease, but it’s treatable, and we can help you find a treatment program that’s right for you. The counselors who staff our toll-free helpline are available 24 hours a day and are ready to answer your questions and give you the information you need to take the next step. They can also check your insurance coverage, if you wish, to help you better understand your options. If you live in Detroit and have become addicted to drugs, don’t put off seeking help. Call today.