Drug Abuse and Dependence

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning about drug abuse and dependence	What is drug abuse and dependence? What are the signs of drug abuse? What causes drug abuse and dependence? How do drugs affect pregnant women? What increases my risk? Do older adults have problems with drug abuse? What about drug abuse and the military? What happens if someone has a mental health problem and uses drugs?
Being diagnosed	Do I have a drug problem? (What is a PDF document?) How are drug problems diagnosed? Who should I see for treatment?
Getting treatment	When should I call for help? What kind of treatment is available? Are medicines used? What is recovery?
Ongoing concerns	What happens if I start using drugs again (have a relapse)?

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Author:	Ryan Powers Paul Lehnert	Last Updated: February 15, 2008
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine James R. McKay, PhD - Psychology
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