Drug Addiction
Drug Addiction
Drug Addiction
Some love the feeling the first time they try it and want
more.
Your genes are responsible for about half of your odds. If your
parents or siblings have problems with alcohol or drugs, you’re
more likely as well.
Women and men are equally likely to become addicted.
Early drug use
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What is Addiction?
Judgment
Decision making
Memory
Ability to learn
Together, these brain changes can drive you to seek out and take drugs in
ways that are beyond your control.
Increase in Tolerance Over Time
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Withdrawal
Signs of Addiction
You may have one or more of these warning signs: