WHAT IS SUBSTANCE ABUSE?

Substance abuse refers to the harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs. Psychoactive substance use can lead to dependence syndrome – a cluster of behavioural, cognitive, and physiological phenomena that develop after repeated substance use

What is addition and substance misuse?

Addiction is a condition that makes a person have extreme cravings for something that gives intense pleasure, making them incapable to control the urge of use and find every possible way to get it without even thinking of the consequences.
People showing severe signs of addiction, usually use substances such as alcohol or different types of drugs. The users are aware of the damage, nevertheless they continue using regardless of the irreversible damage they are causing to themselves.

People can become addicted to several substances

Alcohol
Tobacco
Marijuana
Different types of Medicine like tranquilizers, antidepressants, Sedatives, Hypnotics, anxiolytics, etc
Hallucinogens like PCP, LCD, etc
Inhalants like glue, paint thinners
Opioid painkillers like Codeine, Oxycodone, heroin
Stimulants like Cocaine, methamphetamine among others

Repeated use of these substances can lead to harmful changes in the brain and its functioning, making drug use in people totally compulsive.

Ways we can help

If you want to receive more information related to addiction and/or substance abuse and how to seek help, do not hesitate to contact us via email, phone, Whatsapp. You can also visit our social media. In addition, you can meet us by booking an appointment or come to our office. If you’re having trouble with your wellbeing, our door is always open to chat. We are a safe and judgment-free environment here for people from all walks of life.

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