I. Introduction
Drugs, a seemingly distant word, are actually lurking in our lives all the time. Drug addicts, who may be our friends, relatives, or even strangers. Knowing the signs of a drug addict is the first step in protecting ourselves and others. The purpose of this article is to reveal 10 signs of identifying drug addicts, and help you detect and guide drug addicts out of the dark quagmire in time.
2. 10 signs of drug addicts
1. Deterioration of physical condition: The body of drug addicts will gradually collapse, and there will be sudden weight loss, ** problems, dental problems, etc. This is because drugs disrupt the body's normal metabolism and repair mechanisms.
2. Abnormal behavior: Drug addicts may experience mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depression and other emotional problems. They may become sensitive and suspicious, or lose their temper for no apparent reason.
3. Changes in social circles: Drug addicts may alienate their former relatives and friends and become friends with drug addicts. They may reduce communication with their families or even cut ties with society.
4. Decline in academic or professional performance: Drug addicts often lose interest in their studies or work, resulting in a decline in grades or reduced work efficiency. They may take frequent leave or absenteeism, and absenteeism increases.
5. Financial problems: In order to buy drugs, drug addicts may get into financial difficulties. They may run out of savings or even embark on criminal paths such as theft, fraud, etc.
6. Hiding and lying: Drug addicts may lie or hide their whereabouts and behaviors in order to conceal their drug use. They can become mysterious and elusive.
7. Drug abuse: Drug addicts may abuse prescription drugs, cough drops, and other drugs that contain addictive ingredients. They may overdose or even inject drugs.
8. Sleep disorders: Drug addicts may experience insomnia, excessive sleepiness and other sleep problems. This is because drugs interfere with the normal structure of sleep, leading to a disturbance of the biological clock.
9. Signs of drug residues: Drug addicts may have the smell of drug residues, such as a pungent odor or abnormal body odor. In addition, they may also have injection marks, needle eyes, etc.
10. Health problems: Long-term drug abuse can seriously damage physical health, leading to problems such as memory loss, poor concentration, and heart disease. Drug addicts may experience symptoms such as body aches, difficulty breathing, dizziness, etc.
III. Conclusion
Drugs are a cancer in society, and drug addicts are the victims of this cancer. Knowing the signs of drug addicts not only helps us detect and help them in time, but also improves our awareness of prevention and prevents us from falling into the abyss of drugs. In the face of drug addicts, we should give more care and support, and guide them to seek professional help and get out of the dark shadow. At the same time, we should also strengthen family education and social publicity to raise the public's awareness of drugs and jointly create a healthy and harmonious social environment.
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