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Addiction Diagnosis #shorts

7 Apr 2021 · 1 min

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A brief YouTube #shorts by Amber Hollingsworth listing 10 signs/symptoms that may indicate an addiction. The speaker names: 1) using when physically hazardous; 2) substance harms relationships; 3) neglecting major life roles; 4) increased tolerance; 5) multiple attempts to stop or cut back; 6) physical/psychological problems caused or worsened by use; 7) spending much time obtaining/using/recovering from the substance; 8) giving up important social events/hobbies; 9) cravings; 10) withdrawal symptoms when not using. The video states an informal diagnostic threshold: if you or a loved one has five or more of these signs, the viewer should subscribe for guidance.

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10 signs and symptoms that you or a loved one may have an addiction problem. Number 1. Using when it's physically hazardous. Number 2. The substance is causing problems in your relationships. Number 3. Neglecting major life roles. Number 4. Increased tolerance. 5. You've tried to stop or cut back multiple times. Number six. Physical or psychological problems caused or worsened by the substance. Number seven. You spend a lot of time in activities necessary to get the substance, use the substance, or recover from its effects. Number eight. Giving up important social events or hobbies or interests. Number 9. Cravings. Number 10. Experiencing withdrawal symptoms whenever you're not using. If you or a loved one has five or more of these, subscribe to this channel and I'll show you exactly what to do.