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Page 1: Five Signs It Could Be Drug Addiction

WAISMANN INSTITUTE

Presents

Five Signs it Could Be Drug Addiction

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5 general signs that a person may be struggling with drug addiction

Avoidance

Becoming “The Victim”

Anger

LiesIntoxication

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AvoidanceTry to avoid the reality of emotional or physical pain.

Some want to take a break from the daily pressure, stress or even boredom of life.

Avoidance helps perpetuate the addiction by shutting off certain topics of discussion.

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AngerAnger associated with drug addiction is often frightening and confusing.

Anger associated with drug addiction can be explosive and dangerous as well.

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Becoming “The Victim”People who feel victimized can sometimes

develop a strong sense of entitlement.

The deeper into drugs they get, the less worthy they feel and the harder it becomes to seek help.

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LiesWhen the addicted person swears they will stop doing drugs, pleading for forgiveness and understanding of others, but goes back to drug abuse time and time again.

Everyone begins to feel disillusioned and bitter about empty promises and lies.

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Intoxication

Look for bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, stumbling, impaired coordination, emotional indifference and an unusual odor on breath, body, or clothing.

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Contact Us

WAISMANN INSTITUTE

311 N. Robertson Blvd. #911 Beverly Hills, CA 90211Phone: 1-800-423-2482

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