Leo Dehon Library: Behavioral Issues: Drug Addiction

Organizations

Catholic in Recovery
Catholic in Recovery is a nonprofit organization that seeks to serve those suffering from addictions and unhealthy attachments (including alcoholism, drug addiction, pornography addiction, sex and relationship addiction, compulsive overeating and food addictions, gambling addiction, codependency and the impact on family, and general fear, control, and anxiety). [from the website]
CoAnon Family Groups
The Co-Anon Family Groups have but one purpose-to help the family members and friends of someone who is addicted to cocaine or other mind-altering substances. We do this by practicing the Twelve Steps of Cocaine Anonymous ourselves, by understanding addiction and carrying the message of hope and personal recovery whether the addict is using or not. It is through this fellowship that we learn to cope with our difficulties by sharing our experience, strength, and hope with others.
Narocotics Anonymous (NA)
NA is a nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem. We are recovering addicts who meet regularly to help each other stay clean.
SADD - Students Against Destructive Decisions
SADD supports a national network by equipping SADD chapters with scientific-based, peer-to-peer educational training, programs & events, awareness campaigns, and leadership development opportunities. Peer-led chapters are formed by students in schools and community organizations and have one or two adult advisors who provide oversight and guidance. Chapter advisors typically consist of teachers, coaches, or school administrators.
St. Gregory Recovery Center (888) 724-3342
"Our holistic Iowa drug & alcohol rehab treatment programs address your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs. We offer comprehensive addiction treatment and care through therapy, nutrition and exercise as well as religious studies and services. Guests, their families and loved ones can recover from the harmful impact that alcohol and drug addiction have had on their lives and build the foundation for sober living in the future." (from the website)

Signs of Drug Addiction

Drug addiction symptoms or behaviors include, among others:

Feeling that you have to use the drug regularly — this can be daily or even several times a day
Having intense urges for the drug
Over time, needing more of the drug to get the same effect
Making certain that you maintain a supply of the drug
Spending money on the drug, even though you can't afford it
Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities, or cutting back on social or recreational activities because of drug use
Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing
Driving or doing other risky activities when you're under the influence of the drug
Focusing more and more time and energy on getting and using the drug
Failing in your attempts to stop using the drug
Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop taking the drug