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Po3 Irene j taco

2. What are the adverse effect of drugs to ones health?

Substance use disorders are associated with a wide range of short- and long-term health effects. They
can vary depending on the type of drug, how much and how often it’s taken and the person’s general
health. Overall, the effects of drug abuse and dependence can be far-reaching. They can impact almost
every organ in the human body.

Side effects of drug addiction may include:

* A weakened immune system, increasing the risk of illness and infection

* Heart conditions ranging from abnormal heart rates to heart attacks and collapsed veins and blood
vessel infections from injected drugs

* Nausea and abdominal pain, which can also lead to changes in appetite and weight loss

* Increased strain on the liver, which puts the person at risk of significant liver damage or liver failure

* Seizures, stroke, mental confusion and brain damage

* Lung disease

* Problems with memory, attention and decision-making, which make daily living more difficult

* Global effects of drugs on the body, such as breast development in men and increases in body
temperature, which can lead to other health problems

The most severe health consequences of drug abuse is death. Deaths related to synthetic opioids and
heroin have seen the sharpest rise. In the past 12 months, 212,000 people aged 12 or older have used
heroin for the first time. Every day, more than 90 Americans die after overdosing on opioids.

3. Are there factors aside from drugs that can destroy a persons physical and mental health?
Mental disorder

Psychological Stress

Anxiety disorder

Mixed anxiety–depressive disorder

Alcoholism

Smoking

Abuse

Family break up or loss

4. Is there a cure for drug addiction?

Yes, but it’s not simple. Because addiction is a chronic disease, people can’t simply stop using drugs for a
few days and be cured. Most patients need long-term or repeated care to stop using completely and
recover their lives.

Addiction treatment must help the person do the following:

* stop using drugs

* stay drug-free

* be productive in the family, at work, and in society

What are treatments for drug addiction?

There are many options that have been successful in treating drug addiction, including:

* behavioral counseling

* medication

* medical devices and applications used to treat withdrawal symptoms or deliver skills training

* evaluation and treatment for co-occurring mental health issues such as depression and anxiety

* long-term follow-up to prevent relapse

A range of care with a tailored treatment program and follow-up options can be crucial to success.
Treatment should include both medical and mental health services as needed. Follow-up care may
include community- or family-based recovery support systems.

Caring for a partner, family member or friend who has a drug abuse problem can leave you feeling
isolated and alone. It may be hard to talk to others about your situation, particularly if they haven't had
the same experience as you.

How can I tell if someone's using drugs?

It may not be immediately obvious that someone is using drugs. It's best to try talking honestly to the
person you're worried about. There is no definitive way to tell, but there are some things to look out for
in the person's environment that may point towards drug use.

These include:

* burnt foil, which may have been used for smoking heroin

* tiny pieces of cling wrap, paper or card that have been used to wrap drugs

* hand-rolled cigarettes with filters made from cardboard

* spoons and syringes

* small sealable plastic bags used to store drugs

* pipes, plastic bottles or drinks cans that have been pierced or tampered with.

Changes in behaviour can also be a sign that someone is using drugs. These could include:

* seeming withdrawn or inactive

* extreme changes in mood

* increased spending or loss of possessions

* changes in sleeping patterns

* appearing agitated or restless.

However, there may be other reasons why a person starts to act differently. It's normal for teenagers,
especially, to go through emotional changes. It's important to talk to your relative, partner or friend
about what you think may be happening, rather than making assumptions.

Before you talk to someone you think may be using drugs, it will help if you get your facts right.
The Department of Health and Ageing provides information about different drugs and their effectson
their website.

Are you a carer or helping someone out?

Carers are everyday people who provide unpaid and ongoing care and support to someone they know
who has a disability, mental illness, drug or alcohol dependency, chronic condition, terminal illness or
who is frail.

Support for carers

Find practical information and useful resources for carers on Carer Gateway. You can also learn more
about carers' support and services in your state or territory through Carers Australia.

Finding out that someone's using drugs

There are different reasons why people use drugs. If someone you care about uses drugs, it can be very
hard to understand why they are doing this. However, they are responsible for their own behaviour and
it's their decision to use drugs. In the same way, they are responsible for deciding whether to stop using
drugs.

Families of people who use drugs can go through certain patterns of behaviour when they learn about
the issue. Some will be in denial and refuse to believe the facts. Some will end up encouraging drug use,
whether deliberately or not, by providing money that can be used for drugs. Some will try to control or
change the situation, while some will give up hope of change.

When someone uses drugs, their behaviour often leads to conflict with the people who care about them.
A person using drugs may do things that you think are unacceptable, particularly if they happen in the
home where you or other family members live.

Help for you as a carer

Caring for someone with a drug problem can be very stressful. You may feel anxious, depressed or
ashamed because of your caring role. However you feel, it's important to remember that you're not
alone.

There are local and national organisations that support the families and carers of people who use drugs.
Many carers find it helpful to talk to others in the same situation, perhaps at a local carers' support
group.

Alternatively, online forums can provide an opportunity to share your experiences. You can find
information, contacts or counselling services by going to the National Drugs Campaign website.

Help for the person you care for

Help is available for people with a drug problem. However, it's important to realise that your friend or
family member will only seek help when they're ready.
The main way to access these services and support is by talking to a doctor. Alternatively, the person you
care for can contact their nearest drug addiction service.

5.How can you help people who are into drugs?

Even when someone comes to terms with the fact that they have a drug problem, it can be difficult for
them to change their situation. You may need to be patient. If they aren't ready to seek help, the support
you can offer will be limited to trying to minimise the impact that their drug use has on them and others
around them.

If the person you care for has started to think about their situation and the negative effects of their drug
use, you may be able to help by letting them know about the support that's available to them.

When someone has chosen to seek help with their drug use, they may be anxious about what's in store
for them. One way that you could support them is by being understanding about how they're feeling,
while encouraging them in the changes they've chosen to make.

For many people, taking action to deal with their drug use is just the start, and maintaining the changes
they've made may be the most difficult part. Recognising situations that could trigger their drug use, and
trying to avoid these, could help. If the person you care for does lapse back into drug use, you can
encourage them to seek help, for example by keeping in contact with local support services.

If the person you care for continues to use drugs despite the support you provide, this can be very
frustrating and demoralising. Remember, the decision to use drugs is their responsibility, not yours, and
make sure you seek help for yourself as a
caree r.