Addiction Treatment in New York, NY

Symptoms of addiction and substance use disorders belong to one of four categories. These also apply to behavioral addictions:

Use Dyscontrol:

Experiencing cravings – powerful urges to use despite previous adverse consequences. There is a failure to stop or cut back the problematic use. The addicted person cannot even keep promises to themselves to stop.

Social Problems:

Failing to complete major tasks in many areas of one’s life, including work, leisure, and family. The addicted person often misses life events. They focus on acquiring, using, and recovering from substances.

Risky Behavior and Use:

Use can often occur in risky settings without regard for consequences. There is often continued use despite these adverse consequences as the addiction progresses.

Substance, Drug, Alcohol Effects:

As use increases, many experience increased tolerance and withdrawal. Tolerance means that more of the substance needs to be used to get to the same effect. Withdrawal is a characteristic symptom that occurs when one stops the substance. Withdrawal in some cases can be devastating and deadly… and often unpredictable. Accidental overdose is possible at this stage.