SUBSTANCE USE ISSUES
Millions of Americans struggle with a substance use issue each year.
Many individuals with a substance use issue also experience a mental health issue – and the opposite is also true. In addition to experiencing a mental health issue (such as depression), other risk factors for the development of a substance use issue include stress, exposure to trauma, peer pressure, family history of substance use issues, and drug use during adolescence.
Some of the most commonly used substances are:
- Tobacco
- Alcohol
- Marijuana
- Painkillers (such as Percocet and Vicodin)
- Cocaine
- Opioids (such as Heroin and Fentanyl)
- Methamphetamines (such as Adderall and Ritalin)
Some examples of the problematic patterns associated with substance use issues include:
- A strong desire/craving to use
- Taking the substance in larger amounts and for longer periods of time than intended
- Lack of control related to cutting down or quitting
- Being unable to carry out obligations at home, school, and/or work
When left untreated, the consequences of a substance use issue get worse over time.
Substance use issues can contribute to costs in many life domains such as psychological, physical, social, and legal.
The costs of substance use issues can include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress
- Mood swings
- Aggression
- Loneliness
- Suicidal ideation/ suicide
- Psychosis
- Loss of hygiene
- Risky behaviors
- Injury
- Overdose
- Health issues (e.g., organ damage, prenatal issues, cancer)
- Death
- Arguments and/or distancing in relationships
- Intimate partner violence
- Divorce
- Suspension or expulsion from school and/or sports teams
- Job loss
- Criminal activity
- Fines
- Driver’s license suspension
- Jail or prison
- Arrest record
- Probation
Can you afford the cost of a substance use issue?
Counseling and therapy at Wellness Grove…
Our in-person (outpatient) counseling services are offered in Canton OH (near Akron, North Canton, and Massillon). We also offer telemental health sessions to all Ohio residents.
Contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline for information on support and area treatment facilities:
1-800-662-4357
Wellness Grove
