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Reasons why people don't know their addicted.
1. They may depend on it
2. They may also be in denial

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Symptoms:

high blood pressure

diabetes

glaucoma

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Risk Factors
1. Mood problems
2. Seizures
3. Loss of smell

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In 2017, about 8.5 million americans had both a mental health disorder and a drug addiction/dependence because of it. - americanaddictioncenters.org
Men between the ages of 18 and 25 are most likely to develop a substance dependence - addictioncenter.com
The total cost of drug abuse in America is 600 billion dollars, or around 17% of the national budget. - drugabuse.com

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Warning Signs of Depression
1.Feeling deep sadness or hopelessness.

2.Lack of energy.

3. Loss of pleasure or interest in activities that once excited the teen.

Warning Signs of Suicide
1.Noticeable changes in eating or sleeping habits

2.Unexplained or unusually severe, violent, or rebellious behavior

3. Withdrawal from family or friends

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1. Suicidal thoughts
2. Long term financial problems
3. Other mental illnesses as a result of the addiction

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1. Guided self change
2. 12 Step Plan
3. Prized based contingency management
What a medical professional can do:
Prescribe psychotherapy
Give psychotherapy
Help find an effective plan to avoid relapse