{"id":4231,"date":"2024-02-08T08:04:00","date_gmt":"2024-02-08T13:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/addictions\/?p=4231"},"modified":"2023-12-02T07:54:04","modified_gmt":"2023-12-02T12:54:04","slug":"12-what-are-the-observable-signs-of-drug-use-in-others","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mickeylieberman.com\/addictions\/12-what-are-the-observable-signs-of-drug-use-in-others\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the Observable Signs of Drug Use in Others?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Observable Signs of Drug Use in Others<\/span><\/p>\n

You can observe and recognize the signs of drug abuse in those around you by paying attention to an individual’s behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n

Some of the symptoms of a drug problem include alienation from others, severe changes in behavior, and increased defensiveness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Drug addicts typically will give up previously enjoyable activities that they would normally participate in. Their lives will become consumed with two things, getting the drugs and using the drugs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Their physical appearance will change drastically. They will start missing work or school and the quality of their work will suffer.<\/span><\/p>\n

To help you identify what type of drug the person might be using, here are some common outward signs of specific drugs:<\/span><\/p>\n

Marijuana<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Rapid or loud talking with frequent bursts of laughter in the early stages of intoxication<\/span>
\n2. Always sleepy or in a state of stupor in the later stages<\/span>
\n3. Frequent forgetfulness in conversation<\/span>
\n4. Inflammation in whites of eyes. The pupils are unlikely to be dilated<\/span>
\n5. An odor similar to burnt rope on clothing or from their breath<\/span>
\n6. Tendency to drive slowly, well below the speed limit<\/span>
\n7. Distorted sense of time passing, there is a tendency to overestimate time intervals<\/span>
\n8. Use or possession of certain paraphernalia<\/span><\/p>\n

Stimulants<\/span><\/p>\n

(Cocaine, Amphetamines, Methamphetamines)<\/span>
\n1. Dilated pupils (if large amounts are consumed)<\/span>
\n2. Dry mouth and nose, foul breath, and frequent lip licking<\/span>
\n3. Excessive hyperactivity, difficulty sitting still, lack of interest in food or sleep<\/span>
\n4. Being very irritable, argumentative, and nervous<\/span>
\n5. Talkative, but the conversation often makes no sense and changes subjects rapidly<\/span>
\n6. Chronic sinus\/nasal problems, nose bleeds<\/span>
\n7. Use or possession of paraphernalia<\/span><\/p>\n

Depressants<\/span><\/p>\n

(Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines)<\/span>
\n1. Symptoms of alcohol intoxication with no alcohol odor on breath (Depressants are frequently used with alcohol)<\/span>
\n2. Lack of any meaningful facial expression or animation<\/span>
\n3. Maybe in a daze<\/span>
\n4. Flaccid appearance<\/span>
\n5. Slurred speech<\/span><\/p>\n

Narcotics<\/span><\/p>\n

(Heroin, Codeine, Morphine, Vicodin)<\/span>
\n1. Lethargy, drowsiness<\/span>
\n2. Constricted pupils. Pupils fail to respond to light<\/span>
\n3. Red and raw nostrils from inhaling heroin in powder form<\/span>
\n4. Scars or tracks from needle injections<\/span>
\n5. Use or possession of paraphernalia<\/span>
\n6. Slurred speech<\/span><\/p>\n

Hallucinogens (LSD, mescaline)<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Pupils are extremely dilated<\/span>
\n2. Warmness of skin, excessive perspiration, and body odor<\/span>
\n3. Distorted sense of sight, hearing, touch<\/span>
\n4. Distorted image of self and time perception<\/span>
\n5. Mood and behavior changes<\/span>
\n6. Unpredictable flashback episodes<\/span><\/p>\n

Dissociative Anesthetics<\/span><\/p>\n

(PCP) Phencyclidine or phenyl cyclohexyl piperidine (PCP), also known as angel dust\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Unpredictable behavior<\/span>
\n2. Mood may change from passiveness to violence for no apparent reason<\/span>
\n3. Displays symptoms of intoxication<\/span>
\n4. Disoriented. Agitation and violence may occur if exposed to excessive sensory stimulation<\/span>
\n5. Senses of fear, terror<\/span>
\n6. Muscle rigidity<\/span>
\n7. Un-normal gait<\/span>
\n8. Deadened sensory perception<\/span>
\n9. Pupils appear dilated<\/span><\/p>\n

Comatose (unresponsive) if large amounts are consumed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Eyes may be open or closed<\/span><\/p>\n

Inhalants<\/span><\/p>\n

(Glue, Vapor producing solvents, Propellants )<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Odor of substance on breath and clothes<\/span>
\n2. Runny nose, watering eyes<\/span>
\n3. Drowsiness or unconsciousness<\/span>
\n4. Poor muscle control<\/span>
\n5. Group activity is preferred versus being alone<\/span>
\n6. Presence of bags or rags containing dry plastic cement or other solvents<\/span>
\n7. Discarded spray cans or similar chargers<\/span><\/p>\n

So if you think a friend or someone you love could possibly be addicted to drugs, you may wonder,<\/span><\/p>\n

How could this have happened and how did it get this bad?<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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