The Physical and Emotional Affects of Drug Addiction?

Question by runeknight94: The Physical and Emotional Affects of Drug Addiction?
i have to do a report on this and i was wondering before i start on this section of the report if you could give me any helpful websites or advice or anything thats really helpful thanks….

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Answer by David
depends on the drug. most addicts that i,ve ben exposed to don,t seem to have a good life unless they,re high. this is for booze, also.

Answer by Chris
Here are some helpful resources:
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/drug_substance_abuse_addiction_signs_effects_treatment.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-addiction/DS00183/DSECTION=symptoms
http://www.acde.org/parent/signs.htm

You should focus on a topic like prescription drug abuse or alcoholism and organize it from there. Don’t forget to address the importance of relapse prevention. Good luck!

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