Reasons to Seek Help for Addiction
No one aspires to become a drug addict or alcoholic, but for many people, addiction is a transformative experience that enables them to appreciate sober living and hone in on their dreams. To move forward, though, you have to be willing to seek help. Doing so is a courageous act that has the power to permanently change your life for the better.
Many addicts struggle with denial; indeed, denial is part of the disease of addiction. It doesn't matter what drug you use. All that matters is how your use affects your life. If you can answer yes to three or more of the following questions, you are probably an addict:
- Do you have a history of relapsing?
- Have you been unable to get sober, despite your best efforts?
- Do you lie or cover up the truth to justify your continued use of alcohol or drugs?
- Do you feel like you need drugs or alcohol to succeed in your profession or feel normal?
- Does addiction run in your family?
- Are most of your friends addicts?
- Do you live with an addict?
- Have others told you they're concerned about your drug or alcohol abuse?
- Do you do things you regret when you're high, or when you're trying to gain access to drugs or alcohol?
- Have you experienced legal, financial, or career setbacks because of drugs or alcohol?
- Have you experienced physical or psychological withdrawal symptoms?
- Do you use alcohol or drugs to deal with physical or emotional pain?
- Do you have serious physical or mental health problems?
- Have you been arrested?
- Do you neglect your responsibilities due to drugs or alcohol?
- Do you prioritize drugs or alcohol above your family, career, or hobbies?
- Are you feeling hopeless, ashamed, or depressed?
- Do people in your life pressure you to continue using drugs or alcohol?
- Are you usually drunk or high?
- Do you drink or use drugs at work or around your kids?
- Do you fight with your spouse or partner about your drug or alcohol use?
- Are you desperate to quit using?
- Do you drive or operate heavy machinery while under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
- Do you mix multiple drugs together, or pair drugs and alcohol?
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