Causes of Drug Addiction

Causes of Drug Addiction

According to Rachel Mork the main cause of drug addiction is, obviously, the use of drugs but there are specific predictors making some people engage in drug abuse. One of these causes is continued exposure to drugs. This may be from peers or even family. Thus it is more likely for a person who lives under exposure to drugs at his/her early years to become an addict in adult life, than a counterpart who spends his/her childhood without exposure(2011). For the aforementioned case of influence by family members, a person may be introduced to drugs by his/her siblings, or he/she may even copy what his/her parents do regarding the use of drugs. There is also the issue of drugs being available to a person. This can potentially lead the person to use them, and eventually lead to addiction (Articlesbase, 2007). Additionally, genetics may also play an important role in determining whether a person will become a drug addict which is because genetics are associated with dispositions that may make a person prone to drug abuse. An addictive personality is normally characterized by a number of addictions, and relapse into the use of drugs after rehabilitation (Mork, 2011).

Other causes include poor family environment where the parent-child bond is poor therefore without a figurehead to guide him/her, one can easily end up engaging in drug use. One may also have psychological problems making a person vulnerable to drug abuse. Finally an individual’s personality may determine level of resistance to drug abuse compared to others (Mork, 2011).

Symptoms of addiction to drugs

According to Melinda Smith, and Joanna Saisan the symptoms of addiction to drugs are constant with different drugs. Firstly ,if one is neglecting his responsibilities at work or even school because of the drugs. when the person is doing dangerous things or taking risks when on drugs for example driving. Addiction can be seen if one is often involved in legal trouble or breaking the law when high for example being arrested or even stealing to get more drugs or unexplained need for money or financial problems. Also , if on drugs one causes problems in relationships for example often fighting with partners, family members and friends. Another sign is if a person loses control of drug use and starts using more drugs than usual or planned to use, and this is portrayed when one wants to stop using but is powerless. It has also been noticed that a number of people live a kind of life that revolves around drugs; thinking about drugs all the time, and using them most of the time. Also , if a person finds himself abandoning the activities once enjoyed like sports, reading or other hobbies because often one is engaging in drug abuse(2010).

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