General signs of addiction

Below is a list of signs that may indicate a problem with drugs and or alcohol. Please note - having these signs does not necessarily mean you are an “addict”. These are general indicative signs.

• Increase or decrease in appetite,


• Changes in eating habits


• Unexplained weight loss


• Need for money – stealing


• Chronic dishonesty


• Accidents


• Excessive need for privacy


• Excessive hyperactivity or talking


• Secretive or suspicious behaviour


• Sleeping all day


• Paranoia


• Possession of drug paraphernalia


• Erratic behaviour, violent temper


• Nervousness, irritability or mood swings


• Temper tantrums, resentful behaviour towards others


• Lack of motivation or discipline


• Change in friends, avoiding people you know, new drug using friends


• Loss of interest in important things in life


• Loss of interest in family school or work life


• Lack of care to look after yourself


• Possession of drug paraphernalia.