Signs it may be time to get help
Drug and alcohol use can begin affecting health, relationships, work, and everyday responsibilities before a crisis occurs. If these changes are becoming harder to manage, it may be time to consider professional substance abuse treatment:
- Needing more of a substance to experience the same effects
- Trying to cut back or stop but repeatedly returning to use
- Experiencing withdrawal symptoms, cravings, or loss of control over substance use
- Missing responsibilities at work, school, or home
- Continuing to use despite physical, emotional, financial, or relationship consequences
- Using drugs or alcohol to cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health concerns
- Losing interest in activities, relationships, or routines that were once important






