Problems Associated With Drug Abuse
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Try one of these related symptoms.
Withdrawal symptoms
Excessive sweating
Shaking hands
Social withdrawal
Money problems
Skipping school
Pill addiction
Changes in behavior
Avoiding friends
Addiction guilt
Sweating and racing heart
Neglecting responsibilities
About the Symptom
Drug abuse can cause problems with physical health, mental health, relationships with other people or the community, employment, income, education, housing, legal problems or many other things.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Problems associated with drug abuse
Possible Causes
Generally, Problems associated with drug abuse can be related to:
- Drug Use Disorder
Substance use disorder is a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior, leading to an inability to control the use of legal or illegal drugs or medications. Substances like alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine are also considered drugs.
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Have you considered reducing drug use?
- Have you ever used stimulants, narcotics, or other illegal drugs before?
- Has drug use affected your job or family relationships?
- Do you feel guilty or regretful about using drugs?
- Have you ever experienced withdrawal symptoms from drug use?
Reviewed By:
Charles Carlson, DO, MS (Psychiatry)
Dr. Carlson graduated from Touro University in Nevada with a degree in osteopathic medicine. He then trained as a resident in Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals where he was also a chief resident and completed a fellowship in Public and Community Psychiatry. After training, he started practicing in | Addiction Psychiatry at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where he also teaches Psychiatry residents.
Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)
Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.
Content updated on Jan 29, 2025
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