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Drug abuse

Substance abuse is excessive or uncontrolled drug use, such as alcohol, caffeine, nicotine, anabolic steroids, prescription medications, and illegal drugs. The term was first used in English before the 18th century. In the United States, substance use disorder (SUD) was not officially recognized until 1996 (when it became included in DSM-IV). There are many different types of drug abuse: Stimulant; Depressant; Hallucinogen; Narcotic; Antipsychotic; Endogenous Opiate; Cannabis; Ecstasy; Benzodiazepines; Ketamine; Barbiturates; Morphine; LSD; Methamphetamine; Phencyclidine; Phosphate; Ritalin; Valium; Stimulant; Dissociative; Anesthetic; Heroin; Marijuana; Cocaine; Fentanyl; Amphetamines; Atropine; Propoxyphene; Xanax; Oxycontin; Hydrocodone; Codeine; Desomorphine; Meloxic; Acetaminophen; Adderall; Mescaline; Buprenorphine; Percocet; Sertraline; Seroquel; Klonopin; MAOI); Alcohol and other alcoholic beverages - Alcoholics Anonymous; Other narcotic drugs such as cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, PCP, ketamine, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, and opioids that are legal in some places; Prenatal/Postnatal medicines such as oxytocics, methadone, propofol, midazolam, amitriptyline, etc.; Substances known to cause addiction in animals, plants, fungi, bacteria, or other organisms, often with toxic effects; Strict regulation by various governments to control their production; Use of psychoactive substances for medical use or recreational purposes; Self-harm or suicide (including suicide by poisoning) from adverse effects induced by these substances; Medication noncompliance leading to dependence; Addiction; Risk factors; Psychological problems; Lack of health insurance coverage; Need for social support; Traumatic events; Age at onset; Biological changes; Illness; Immune system; Genetics; Psychiatric disorders; Psychosis. (See also: Addictions in General Medicine.)

In addition to medical and mental health professionals, other specialists may help a person struggling with drug addiction or alcoholism. For example, counselors may be involved when a person has difficulty coping with symptoms of both drug and alcohol use. A counselor can help a person who wants to recover but has tried the methods available for recovery without success. If the treatment is unsuccessful, counsel guide a person to find alternative ways to cope with their drug/alcohol use. While drug or alcohol addiction and alcoholism can occur at any age, there is an increased risk of becoming addicted before people reach adulthood. Treatment interventions to treat drug dependence include detoxification, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).





Prevention


Through these programs,

  • >Medication
  • >Group counseling
  • > Individual psychotherapy or interpersonal therapy (IPT)
  • >Behavior modification
  • >Family intervention
  • >Spiritual/religious groups

Individuals are likely to need treatment as soon as they become addicted, because they may feel ashamed or fearful, and they have no other option. However, if a person's life circumstances lead them into a situation where addiction is a necessary choice, then there will be more resources available to support them. This article provides information about common substance abuse treatments. It also explains how to deal with someone who needs help with substance or alcohol abuse.

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