Stereotypes On Drugs That Prevent The Addict From Getting Help |
Posted: May 9, 2017 |
The number of misconceptions surrounding drug addicts is still overwhelming for a society where everything is discussed online. We still believe the image of an addict is the image of a low-willed, sad and poor person who could stop using drugs at any time, if they wanted to do it. However, the reality is far from this: drug addicts are not only that person we like to envision and quitting is not something you can do on your own. There are many more stereotypes, which prevent the addicts from reaching out for help and distort the facts. Addicts can't function in everyday lifeMost addicts do have jobs and some even thrive in their domains, depending on their job and the drug they use. You can take the example of a busy mother who is hooked on Xanax and continues to care for the kids and the household. There are many people like her out there, doing their chores day after day, while struggling with their addictions. Addicts have no reason for using drugsDepending on the case, there are many addicts who started abusing drugs after a traumatic event. It doesn't have to look traumatic for you, it's enough to be perceived traumatic by the person in front of you. As we never know what is going on behind closed doors, even the happiest person might be actually struggling with severe problems that push him or her towards drugs. Addicted people don't want to be helpedThis depends on the person, but there are many people out there who do want to get help and quit substance abuse. But, most often they are never asked if they need help, so they continue to hang on, until their body simply collapses. Asking someone if they have a problem is not enough; you need to ask if they need help to solve it. Friends and family are the only ones who can helpFriends and family can offer their support to the addict, which is essential, but an addict usually finds it easier to rely on someone outside his family and friends circle. A former addict, a counselor or someone who is experienced in helping people who struggle with substance abuse can provide more help than family members. Addicts are easy to spotThe reality is addicts try to hide their addiction as much as possible, so they become masters of deceiving. The fact they try to keep a low profile might have something to do with the fact society is highly judgmental about them. You can't become addicted to a prescription medicineBenzondiazepines are one of the most common drugs around the world and they are prescription pills. There are many more medicines which can lead to an addiction, if used incorrectly or for too long. DEA statistics show that 16 million people confessed they are addicted to oxycodone, while 26 million people are addicted to hydrocodone. Once addicted, you will always be addictedA popular misconception is that treatment doesn't work. This idea comes from the fact about 50% of drug addicts relapse. But, at the same time, 50% of them remain clean for the rest of their lives. The type of drug used is very important for these numbers, as some are more addicting than others. For example, heroin is more addicting and 90% of addicts relapse. But there are 10% of them who get to stay away from the drug and save their lives.
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