In this section, you'll find links to various addiction profiles. If you have an idea of what substance your loved one is using, this will be very helpful.

Let's begin by answering some basic questions that you will need the answer to.

What is Drug Abuse?

Drug abuse is very different from a drug addiction. It's important to define drug abuse so that you know the difference.

When someone is abusing drugs he or she does not feel as though it's necessary to use. This individual may be using drugs for the first time. A drug abuser is able to do that, and then not return to using forever, if they choose to. Quite often, drug abusers will use periodically.

It's important to remember that drug abuse is what leads to drug addiction. For some drugs, even one use of them can result in someone becoming a drug addict.

What is the Definition of Addiction?

Now that you know what drug abuse is, it's crucial to define addiction and point out the differences. Drug addicts feel compelled to use drugs. They feel as though it's something they have to do. They may use drugs on a regular schedule.

For those who are addicted to drugs, they often feel like they need them as much as food. Even more so, in some cases.

Addiction is a disease. It is a disease that is very complex. It often involves relapses, and it needs to be treated, just like any other disease.

What is the Definition of an Addict?

An addict is someone who has become addicted to a particular type of drug. It may have taken, days, weeks, months or years. There are a number of addiction symptoms you can look for if you think a loved one is addicted. These include:

• Lying to you about using drugs.
• Stealing money in order to purchase drugs.
• Losing interest in favorite activities.
• Having health problems related to drug use.
• Isolating themselves from friends and family.

If you have a loved one who is addicted to drugs, drug rehab is critical for recovery. Please contact us to learn more about how we can help you.