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Signs that a family member is suffering from addiction

June 6, 2023 by Contributor

Addiction can be regarded as a multifaceted disease. It can be due to regular unhealthy behavior or the intake of substances that are not beneficial to the body. When someone is addicted, it affects them, their friends, family, and anyone within their space.

If you suspect that your family member is addicted, here are some signs to help you confirm

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Being elusive and secretive

One of the ways to tell that your family member is suffering from addiction is when they’re being evasive or secretive. They will hide things from you, and they will behave unusually. This is because they don’t want you to find out that they are addicted and want to avoid questions for people in general.

Lying about their activities

Another way to discover if someone is addicted is when they start lying about their activities. If you keep track of their activities, you will discover they might have lied to you for a long time. When an addicted person lies about their actions, they are trying to protect themselves from owning up to their addiction problem.

Major changes in mood and energy levels

You can tell that someone is addicted when there is a drastic change in mood and energy levels. Their addiction will play a pivotal role in how they behave from time to time. For instance, someone naturally quiet might begin to act unusually because of their addiction problem.

Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities

When a person does not see the need to engage in activities that they once used to enjoy, it could be a sign that they are struggling with addiction. They might be drawn to other activities, which, in most cases, will not benefit them.

Inability to meet obligations

When someone is addicted, they might find it difficult to meet up with their regular responsibilities. This may be because they no longer care about these obligations and are more focused on satisfying their addiction.

When you suspect someone is addicted, approach them with love and avoid blaming them for their addiction problem.

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