Signs of Cocaine Abuse include and are not limited to:
Change in apitite, sleep an mood cycles, depression, running / sniffing nose, regular absence at work / school...
Other common substance addictions.
An addiction does not always have to involve drugs or alcohol; there are many people who are overcoming addictions that simply deal with overindulgence in a particular activity, such as gambling or sex.
Overcoming gambling additions is difficult for those it affects because many see gambling as a recreational outlet with the prospects of making extra money.
Although a gambling addiction does not physically harm an individual, the financial consequences for those who are unlucky in their gambling actions have resulted in a loss of family, friends, job, home and trust.
Other substances that lead to a desire in overcoming addictions include:
Heroin, morphine, amphetamine, cocaine addictions, including tranquilizers
Addiction to nicotine and caffeine
Steroid addiction
Addiction to sugar
Addiction to acts, such as theft, working, as well as exercising
Sex addiction
Drug abuse, involves the excessive and repeated use of a substance
to escape reality to produce pleasure despite its destructive effects. The substances abused can be illegal ........
When somebody needs help in overcoming their addictions, they may turn to the help of professionals, such as psychoanalysts, psychiatrists, doctors, therapists, as well as medication, group or family therapy, hypnosis and meditation.
Sometimes it takes a process of tough love for someone to overcome the addiction they are battling.
A distinct desire to beat the evil demon within themselfs is a must when overcoming addictions.
If you have the desire you CAN overcome your addiction. You may need help and support but that is nothing to be ashamed of and if you acknowledge you have a problem with addictions and are prepared to seek help ( whatever the addiction may be ) you are on the road to recovery and a happier and more fulfilling life.
