Addiction by Brianna Mota

What drugs are commonly abused?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 16:28:52 UTC

The drugs commonly abused are alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, pain killers, cocaine, heroine, meth and more.

What are the cost of substance abuse to society?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 16:37:01 UTC

The cost of substance abuse to society may be a lot of money but it also affects enviroment.

Where can I learn more about the science of drug addiction?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 16:44:49 UTC

You can learn more about science of drug addiction in a government website.

What is drug addiction?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 16:54:31 UTC

Drug addiction is when you do a drug whatever it is once and you can stop doing it. Drug addiction is hurtful to the brain, something that can kill you, somethng that will make you lose focus and turn you into a whole different person.

How is addiction a disease

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 17:08:56 UTC

Addiction is a disease because it is preventable, treatable it changes biology and if untreated it can last a lifetime.

How do drugs work in the brain?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-18 17:15:10 UTC

The way drugs work in the brain can be different, it depends on the type of drug.

Why do some people become addicted while others don not?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-19 16:24:11 UTC

Some people become addicted while other don't because the more a person uses drugs, the more he risks precipitating the changes in the brain’s Reward System that result in addiction

How do I know if someone is addicted to drugs

gonzalezdanitza — 2015-03-19 16:38:21 UTC

To know if someone is addicted to drugs well some people don't have any consequences but many other people it can cause problems at work, home, school, and in relationships, leaving you feeling isolated, helpless, or ashamed.

What are withdrawal and detoxification(detox)?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-19 16:38:33 UTC

Withdrawal is the all-inclusive term used to describe a complex variety of unpleasant physical symptoms that occur when the use of some addictive drugs is reduced or stopped. Detoxification is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of a drug while managing the symptoms of withdrawal.

Other than addiction, what are some other health consequencesof abusing drugs?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-19 16:52:04 UTC

Other than addiction, other health consequences of abusing drugs are, behavioral, interpersonal, and social consequences of the use of alcohol or other drugs can be quite similar, the physiological and psychological responses differ according to the classification of the chemical ingested

What happens to your brain if you keep taking drugs?

gonzalezdanitza — 2015-03-19 17:01:56 UTC

There are various things that can happen to your brain if you keep but in some drugs such as cocaine or methamphetamine, can cause the nerve cells to release abnormally large amounts of natural neurotransmitters, or prevent the normal recycling of these brain chemicals.

If a pregnat woman abuses drugs, does it affect the fetus?

briannamota18 — 2015-03-19 17:11:07 UTC

Pregnant women who abuse drugs place themselves and their developing fetuses at risk for negative health effects.

When is the best time to get someone treatment?

gonzalezdanitza — 2015-03-19 17:21:18 UTC

It is a myth that an addicted individual must hit "rock bottom" to be ready for treatment. Helping someone get help early in their addiction cycle will result in fewer accompanying psychological and physical problems and a better prognosis for long-term recovery. Furthermore, "rock bottom" is a dangerous place to be because for many addicts, that point is when a near-fatal or fatal overdose, serious accident or criminal justice consequence has occurred.

Are there effective treatments for addiction?

gonzalezdanitza — 2015-03-20 16:43:14 UTC

Yes, there are treatments that have been shown effective for drug addiction, but many times addicts will need to repeat the treatment course several times before achieving success.

Where can I find information about drug treatment

briannamota18 — 2015-03-20 16:45:17 UTC

Treatment will vary for each person, depending on the type of drug(s) abused. Often, multiple courses of treatment may be needed to achieve success. You can find more information at