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Introduction to Drugs and Alcohol Addiction.

Introduction to the Module. This module examines the types of addiction that can affect a person and the symptoms that will manifest as a result. This will form the basis for further exploration of drug and alcohol abuse..

What is Addiction ?. In simple terms, ‘’Addiction’’ is a disorder that constantly manifests in the brain. It links ‘’rewards’’ with motivation and memory. The constant craving for a specific feeling or action will be linked to a pleasurable or positive experience..

What is Addiction ?. Research suggests that around one third of the global population has an addiction problem of some kind, from gambling to exercise and other activities. However, most people associate ‘’addiction’’ with drug and alcohol misuse. According to government figures, the UK Saw 270,705 adults officially seek treatment from this form of addiction between April 2019 and March 2020, and those are only the reported cases..

Types of Addiction. Common Drugs Addictions are Linked to:.

Sign of Addiction. ‘Levels’ or the severity of the addiction will relate directly to a person’s circumstances, health, and the ability to maintain a form of self control..

Sign of Addiction. A person can be aware that addiction is harmful but still not be able to prevent their actions. In addition, a lack of self discipline may also contribute to an lead in addiction habits..

Signs of Addiction. There are other different behaviours and emotional traits that can potentially highlight severe forms of addictions. They include:.

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Reason behind Addiction. Using drugs or engaging in specific activities may provide an intense ‘high’, which is pleasurable on a physical and psychological level. If this feeling can be repeated, then it will be hard to resist as the person will crave the same positivity or pleasure that they felt before..

Reason behind Addiction. This is the core principle of addiction and can be caused by several factors:.

Reason behind Addiction. Other areas of the human brain areas can also contribute to addiction. The ‘ Anterior Cingulate Cortex’ (ACC) and the ’Nucleus Accumbent’ (NCC) area control a person’s reaction to pleasurable feeling..

Reason behind Addiction. Early Exposure. Childhood exposure to drugs and wrong activities can also play a ole in later addictions, as can genetics, But while the children of a addict have a raised possibility of inheriting these traits, it is never a certainty..

Addiction and Dependence.. It can easy to interchange word ‘addiction; and ‘dependence’ and mistake one for the other. The differences between the two should be considered:.

Drugs and Alcohol Abuse. Alcohol addiction will invariably centre around binge-drinking periods and an obsession with consuming an increasing number of drinks with high alcohol content Those at risk of developing alcoholic tendencies will:.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Symptoms of Alcohol addiction can include:.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Alcohol dependence can lead directly to severe alcoholism. This means that the body has developed a chemical reliance on alcohol intake to function. Symptoms of this can include:.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Circle with right arrow. Showing a range of negative symptoms when sober (nausea, sweating , shaking, anxiety, increased blood pressure , seizures, etc).

Drug and Alcohol Abuse. 80. Common types of addictive drugs found in the UK include heroin, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, speed, ketamine, mephedrone, benzodiazepines, amphetamines, and steroids. Those susceptible to drugs addiction may include those who:.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse. Symptoms of drug addiction include:.

Towel. Addiction can originate from a brain disorder that links feelings of pleasure or reward with motivation and memory.

This is the end of this module. Happy learning.. Thank you.