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Admitting that you’ve got addiction problem is the key to your recovery. Someone who has a drug addiction will often deny that they have an addiction, which makes it more difficult for their loved ones to help them get better.

Telltale Signs of Drug Addiction

It’s important for you to be able to identify the signs of addiction so you can intervene before things get worse.

Some symptoms of drug abuse include:

• Sudden changes in mood
• Lack of interest in hobbies
• Unusual sleeping patterns
• Change in weight (gain or loss)
• Missing periods, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea 
• Slow speech, incoherent thoughts, impaired memory 
• Change in personality or habits (acting out sexually, showing violent behavior)

Some people may not show these symptoms right away so it’s important to be patient with your loved one and keep an eye on them as time goes on.

Be more Observant

If you notice any of these signs of addiction then please reach out for help–your family is worth saving!