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Drug abuse might begin casually as a one-time experiment at a party but quickly turn into an addiction.

Signs of a Drug Problem You may know someone like Adam. Addicts are not just athletes and celebrities, but possibly people in your everyday life. How do you know whether someone close to you has an addiction problem? Here are some signs to look for. You may see a friend directly using drugs. A first instance may be a casual use, but you may see the person having an intense urge for the drug or using it several times a day. That points to an addiction. You may also witness the person taking larger quantities of the drug to achieve the same effect. The person may spend money on the drug despite not being able to afford it, or he or she may be preoccupied with always maintaining a supply of the drug.

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Detoxing from Drugs

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