Are there signs that a family can recognize to identify if a member is struggling with addiction?

  • Associating and blending in with negative influences.
  • Aggressiveness in reactions.
  • Social isolation and withdrawal.
  • Poor and delayed academic performance.
  • Laziness and absenteeism from school or work.
  • Loss of passion, motivation, and drive.
  • Frequent and unjustified requests for money.
  • Fluctuation and violence in relationships with parents and siblings.
  • Slurred speech, incomprehensible speech, excessive sweating, weight loss, and lack of balance.
  • Pale and yellowish complexion, frequent bruises and cuts in different areas of the body, and red eyes.
  • Dilated or constricted pupils, runny nose, and a sensation of itching in various parts of the body.

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