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It all started casually enough. A regular drink after work, an extra dose of painkillers to alleviate a nagging ache...nothing you would consider "extreme" behavior. But now you are worried, as you find yourself repeatedly turning to alcohol or prescription pills -- perhaps even to illicit drugs -- for that momentary comfort. Is it possible you have crossed the line into dependency?
You have reason for concern. Sometimes, a person's habitual drug or alcohol use gradually progresses into substance abuse. If the person is genetically predisposed, the substance abuse could easily lead to chemical dependence, a chronic disease with serious health consequences. If you think you have a drug or alcohol problem, take a look at the following questions. Answering “yes” to one or more of them indicates that you may need help. |
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Do you think a party or social gathering is not fun unless alcohol is served? |
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Have family members, friends, or co-workers ever expressed concern over your drinking or drug use? |
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Do you have friends you frequently drink or use drugs with? |
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Do you look forward to your next drink? |
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Have you ever thought that you may have a problem with drugs or alcohol? |
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Are family members or friends beginning to avoid you? |
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Have you unsuccessfully tried to cut down or quit using drugs or alcohol? |
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Do you hide your use from other people? |
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Are you beginning to distrust and avoid some people? |
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Do you get up the day after drinking and have difficulty remembering what happened the night before? |
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Do you continue to use drugs or alcohol despite health, family, financial, work, and legal problems? |
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| If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, call us at 1-800-852-8851 or 609-625-4900 to find out how we can help. Lighthouse admission specialists are available to answer your questions 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You can also click here to learn more about Lighthouse, and visit this page to find out how our treatment works. |
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