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| The following are common signs of drug abusers |
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Often suffer from insomnia; may appear to be in high spirits and very talkative. Abusers may live life at a chaotic pace, and do not keep regular living habits. |
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Appetite may suddenly decrease, accompanied by loss of weight. |
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Pupil dilation and tachycardia for no apparent reason, fast pulse. |
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Mood swings, suspiciousness, deteriorating relationships. Abusers often lock themselves in a room. |
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Living space may contain drug bottles, aluminum foil, or drug smells. |
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Often appear to be intoxicated for no apparent reason. |
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Breath, hair, clothing, or living space may contain solvent odors the period of time medication is taken or change the amount of medication taken yourself |
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Living space or trash may contain empty glue or nail polish bottles, or plastic bags containing the odor of glue or solvent. |
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May have a circular rash around the mouth or nose. |
| Morphine or heroin abusers |
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Often spend large amounts of money for no apparent purpose. |
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Veins on the arms, legs, or groin may bear needle marks from injecting the drug.These may appear as needle pricks, bands of continuous needle scars, or hardening of the veins. |
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Pupils may contract to pinpoint size. |
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May display occasional anxiety, yawning, runny nose, tears, nausea, vomiting, and other signs of withdrawal. |
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Boxes or cases may contain packets of drug powder; may keep partially smoked cigarettes in cigarette pack. |
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National Bureau of Controlled Drugs, Department of Health, R.O.C.(TAIWAN)
ADD: No. 6, Linsen South Road, Taipei City 10050, TAIWAN(R.O.C.)
TEL: +886-2-2397-5006
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