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Psychological and Behavioral Signs

  • Mood swings, including periods of euphoria followed by depression or agitation

  • Anxiety or paranoia

  • Social withdrawal or isolation

  • Lying or secretive behavior

  • Financial problems or sudden requests for money

  • Neglect of personal hygiene and appearance

  • Changes in sleep patterns, such as insomnia or oversleeping

  • Loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities

  • Legal problems related to drug use

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Physical Symptoms

  • Constricted or “pinpoint” pupils

  • Drowsiness or nodding off

  • Slurred speech

  • Weight loss

  • Track marks or scars from injection sites

  • Needle marks on arms, legs, or other parts of the body

  • Frequent nosebleeds (if heroin is snorted)

  • Infections at injection sites

  • Flu-like symptoms during withdrawal periods

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What the Signs of Heroin Addiction Look Like

Identifying heroin addiction can be difficult because people will go to tremendous measures to hide their substance misuse. Nonetheless, several visible indicators and symptoms can point to a heroin addiction. These indicators, which can be behavioral, psychological, or physical, can provide light on the existence of a substance use disorder. 

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