DRUG

and
ALCOHOL Dependency
and Its Implication
ALCOHOLISM

 Is the most serious form of problem drinking and

describes a strong, often uncontrollable, desire to
drink.
 Sometimes konown as alcohol addiction
dependence.
Signs and Symptoms of Alcoholism
 Lack of interest in previous normal activities
 Appearing intoxicated more regularly
 Needing to drink more in order to achieve the
same effect
 Appearing tired, Unwell or irritable
 An inability to say no to alcohol
 Anxiety, Depression or other mental health
problems.
 Becoming secretive or dishonest
 Do you THINK it is YOU?
ALCOHOLISM
 Overwhelming desire to drink
 An inability to stop or to control harmful drinking
 Withdrawal symptoms when stopping drinking
 Evidence of alcohol tolerance
 Pursuing the consumption of alcohol to the
exclusion of alternative pleasures.
 Continuing to drink despite clear evidence of
harmful consequence.
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL
 TREATMENT ON ALCOHOLISM

 GO to Detox
 See a Counselor or
Therapist
 Supportgroup
“FAMILY”
DRUGS
What is Drug? Drug Abuse?

 A drug is something that can affects

your body. Drugs pass through the
body and interferes with brain’s
nuerotransmitters.

 Drug abuse is the non permissive

consumption of certain substance
that may lead to physical and
psychological dependence.
Commonly Abused Drugs

 Alcohol
 Marijuana
 Prescription Drugs
 Inhilant and Solvent
 Shabu
 Party Drugs
Why do people use drugs?

 Curiosity
 Stress
 Poor Self-Image
 Rejection
 Inaccurate information about drug
effects
 Peer Pressure
Why do people use drugs?
5 C’s of Addiction

 Chronic
 Loss of Control
 Compulsion
 Use despite negative consequences
 Cravings
RISK FACTORS

 Mental Health
 Family and social environment disturbance
 Effect on the Brain
 Inability to think clearly
Signs of Drug Abuse

 Physical Warning Signs

 Blood Shot Eyes
 Changes in appetite or Sleep patterns
 Sudden weight loss or weight gain
 Impaired Coordination
BEHAVIORAL WARNING SIGN

 Poor work
 Decline in performance
 Financial Problems
 Accident or Trouble prone
 Unexplained Anxiety
EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE

 DRUG ABUSE MAY LEAD TO

 Loss of Coordination
 Poor Judgement
 Slow Reflexes
 Distorted Vision
 Memory Loss
 Black Out
TREATMENT FOR DRUG ADDICTION

 Behavioral Therapy
 Occupational Therapies
 Changes in Social Environment
 Family Support
THANK YOU!