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Drug addiction is also called substance-use dependence: it occurs when there is a dependence on an illegal or a legal drug, and remember that alcohol and cigarettes are legal drugs.
The USA National Institute on Drug Abuse defines drug addiction as: "...a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences. It is considered a brain disease because drugs change the brain; they change its structure and how it works. These brain changes can be long lasting and can lead to many harmful, often self-destructive, behaviors." |
Drug abuse is frequently linked to illegal drugs such as speed (amphetamine), ice (crystal meth or methamphetamine), cannabis or heroin, but over-the-counter medicines can also be abused.
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People from all walks of life use illegal drugs. It's often found that the type of drug they use depends on their own individual circumstances, such as their background, where they live and their income.
There are many risks associated with drugs abuse include physical injury, blood-borne diseases such as Hepatitis, mental health and other personal and relationship issues, employment and financial problems, and of course, the real danger in developing a drug addiction. Many of those with a drug addiction also have legal problems: sometimes to support their habit, some people will sell drugs to others, drive under the influence, or commit other crimes such as burglary, to fund their dependence.
At insync for life, we have been involved in facilitating a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program for many years. If you or a family member or friend has a drug or alcohol addiction, we encourage you to seek support. There are many services available for this: you might like to start by have a look at this Australian Government website:
inSync for life has a number of practitioners who can provide you with support to end your drug addiction.
There are many risks associated with drugs abuse include physical injury, blood-borne diseases such as Hepatitis, mental health and other personal and relationship issues, employment and financial problems, and of course, the real danger in developing a drug addiction. Many of those with a drug addiction also have legal problems: sometimes to support their habit, some people will sell drugs to others, drive under the influence, or commit other crimes such as burglary, to fund their dependence.
At insync for life, we have been involved in facilitating a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program for many years. If you or a family member or friend has a drug or alcohol addiction, we encourage you to seek support. There are many services available for this: you might like to start by have a look at this Australian Government website:
inSync for life has a number of practitioners who can provide you with support to end your drug addiction.
Contact us for further information or to make an appointment.