There are many effects of addiction, including physical, mental, physiological, and psychological effects. This also includes the toll drug abuse and addiction takes on relationships at home, work, and with friends. The way drug abuse affects each individual depends on the type of substance being used, the longevity of the abuse, and a person’s own physical makeup. If you are worried about the effects of drug abuse, our residential detox center is available to help. Consult the medical professionals at Avedis today by contacting us online or calling 833.514.0579.
Let’s take a look at the most common addictive drugs and the drug abuse effects they can cause if used briefly or over an extended period of time.
The Physical Effects of Alcohol Abuse
Not only is alcohol the most commonly consumed substance in the U.S., long-term alcohol abuse can cause a slew of physical effects and catastrophic damage to a person’s ability to live a healthy and happy life. The more a person drinks, the higher their blood alcohol level and that’s when drug abuse effects become a concern. Not only can the use and abuse of alcohol cause car accidents, and injuries resulting from those drunk driving incidents, but alcohol abuse can cause the following physical health problems:
- Cancer
- Stroke
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Hearing loss
- Gout
- Anemia
- Anxiety
The Physical Effects of Painkillers
Most people are using prescription painkillers responsibly to help to manage extreme pain from surgery or chronic conditions. These drugs are incredibly addictive, however, and their physical effects can be extreme in cases of abuse. The most commonly abused prescription painkillers are Tramadol, morphine, Fentanyl, and hydrocodone.
Painkillers mask the underlying pain a person is feeling and, at the same time, introduce a sensation of euphoria. Some of the common physical drug abuse effects experienced during addiction to painkillers include:
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
- Muscle spasms and twitches
- Dilated pupils
- Decreased blood pressure causing an overdose
- Decreased respiratory rate leading to an overdose
- Loss of coordination
- Cardiovascular damage
- Heart attack
- Bloodborne illness
- Hepatitis infections
- Drowsiness
The Physical Effects of Cocaine
Cocaine is an illicit drug and powerful stimulant delivering a heightened mood, a boost of energy, and increased alertness when used and abused. However, the physical effects which get users hooked are also an extreme danger to their body, causing:
- Elevated heart rate
- Spike in blood pressure
- Cardiovascular issues
- Stroke
- Heart attack
There are a multitude of drug abuse effects that can and do deteriorate the physical health of those addicted. This is in addition to the well-known emotional and mental issues caused by drug abuse. Many drug and alcohol users will struggle with the long-term physical effects of drug abuse as well as the onset of depression and anxiety.
Fortunately, medically supervised detox and rehabilitation centers like Avedis in Tarzana are here to help safely wean you off the drugs and remove every trace of the substances from your system.
Tarzana Detox & Inpatient Rehab: Continuing Care
After completing your inpatient drug treatment at our Tarzana campus, join us in the following programs:
- Inpatient addiction recovery
- Partial hospitalization
- Intensive outpatient program
With 24/7 guidance from skilled and compassionate staff, and a dual diagnosis approach designed to also identify and treat any underlying mental health issues at the root of your drug use, you can confidently take the first steps along your own journey to a long term recovery and begin to reverse the harmful physical effects of drug abuse.
Learn More about Avedis Detox
If the effects of drug abuse are damaging your family, relationships, and career, you may be ready to start on the road to recovery. Learn how to battle substance use disorders and addiction in Tarzana at Avedis Detox and start rebuilding your body and mind today. Contact us using our secure online form or call us confidentially at 833.514.0579.
