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Drug addiction Signs and symptoms The range of drugs to which you can become addicted is wide. The drugs include: Cannabis compounds. Contained in marijuana and hashish. Central nervous system depressants. Barbiturates and benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines include tranquilizers such as diazepam (Valium), alprazolam (Xanax), oxazepam (Serax), lorazepam (Ativan), clonazepam (Klonopin) and chlordiazepoxide (Librium). Central nervous system stimulants. Amphetamines, methamphetamine, cocaine and methylphenidate (Ritalin). Designer drugs. Synthetic compounds such as Ecstasy, which has both amphetamine-like and hallucinogenic effects. Hallucinogens. LSD, phencyclidine (PCP) and ketamine (special K). Inhalants. Glue, paint, solvents and nitrous oxide. Opioids. Narcotic, painkilling drugs produced naturally from opium or made synthetically. They include heroin, morphine, codeine, methadone and oxycodone (Oxycontin). Addiction to any drug may include these general characteristics: Feeling that you need the drug regularly and in some cases many times a day Making certain that you maintain a supply of the drug Failing in your attempts to stop using the drug Doing things to obtain the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing Feeling that you need the drug to deal with your problems Driving or doing other activities that place you and others at risk of physical harm when you're under the influence of the drug The particular signs and symptoms of drug use and dependence vary depending on the type of drug. Cannabis compounds: Signs and symptoms A sense of relaxation A heightened sense of visual, auditory and taste perception Poor memory Increased blood pressure and heart rate Bloodshot eyes Decreased coordination Difficulty concentrating Poor judgment Paranoid thinking Central nervous system depressants: Signs and symptoms Slurred speech Lack of coordination Memory impairment Confusion Slowed heart rate Dizziness Inappropriate display of emotions Drowsiness or coma Central nervous system stimulants: Signs and symptoms Euphoria Decreased appetite Rapid speech Irritability Restlessness Depression as the drug wears off Nasal congestion and damage to the mucous membrane of the nose in users who snort drugs Designer drugs: Signs and symptoms Signs and symptoms of using designer drugs vary depending on the drug. You might be able to tell that a family member or a friend is using or abusing a drug based on the physical and behavioral signs and symptoms associated with the drug. Ecstasy produces a mild hallucinogenic effect and a feeling of euphoria. It also causes an increased heart rate, overheating, high blood pressure and memory problems. Hallucinogens: Signs and symptoms Use of hallucinogens produces different signs and symptoms, depending on the drug. The most common hallucinogens are LSD, PCP and ketamine, a so-called "club drug." Signs and symptoms of LSD use include: Hallucinations Greatly impaired perception of reality, for example, interpreting input from one of your senses as another, such as hearing colors Permanent mental changes in perception Rapid heart rate High blood pressure Tremors Flashbacks, a re-experience of the hallucinations — even years later Signs and symptoms of PCP use include: Hallucinations Euphoria Delusions Sweating and flushing Disorientation and incoordination Paranoia Drooling, nausea or vomiting Suicidal thoughts Signs and symptoms of ketamine use include: Increased heart rate Nausea and vomiting Numbness Next Page |
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