Signs & Symptoms of Chemical Dependency

With thanks to G. Douglas Talbott, M.D. and Linda R. Crosby, MSN
Talbott Recovery Campus, Atlanta, GA

Family Physical Community Office Professional
Withdrawal from activities Multiple complaints Decrease in community affairs Disorganized appointment schedule Inappropriate behavior, moods
Frequent absences Increased use of prescription medication Change of friends, acquaintances Hostile behavior to staff and clients Decreasing quality of performance
Frequent arguments; child/spousal abuse Increased hospitalizations Drunk & disorderly, DUI arrests "Locked door" syndrome (using at work) Inappropriate pleadings, decisions
Family members display codependent behaviors Frequent visits to physicians, dentists Loss of confidence in attorney by community leaders Borrowing money from co-workers, staff Co-workers and staff "gossip" about changes in behavior
Children engage in abnormal, antisocial, or illegal activities Personal hygiene, dress deteriorate Involvement with place of worship changes Frequently sick Malpractice and disciplinary claims
Sexual problems (impotence, affair) Accidents, trauma, ER visits Sexual promiscuity Clients begin to complain to associates, staff Missed hearings, appointments, depositions
Separation/divorce (initiated by spouse) Serious emotional crisis Isolation from support systems Frequent unexplained absences Loss of clients, practice, respect

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