Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Sedative Use Disorder and Sonata Abuse
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of sedative use disorder and Sonata abuse is important for prompt intervention. Sonata abuse symptoms can be physical, behavioral, emotional, and psychological. If you or a loved one are struggling with sedative use disorder and sonata abuse, don’t hesitate to contact us at California Behavioral Health.
Physical Symptoms of Sedative Use Disorder
The physical symptoms of sedative use disorder include fatigue, drowsiness, impaired coordination, memory issues, dizziness, slurred speech, lightheadedness, blurred vision, gastrointestinal problems, decreased respiratory rate, lowered blood pressure, skin pallor, and headaches. Intense Sonata withdrawal symptoms can include weight change and sleep disturbances, such as rebound insomnia, tremors, sweating, seizures, anxiety, and agitation.
Additionally, if high doses of sedatives are combined with other depressants, such as alcohol, it can result in respiratory depression, coma, and even death.
Behavioral Changes Indicative of Sonata Addiction
Some of the behavioral changes that indicate Sonata addiction include increased usage, drug-seeking behavior, changes to your daily routine, mood and personality shifts, impulsive behavior, deceptive or secretive actions, neglecting responsibilities, doctor shopping, and risk-taking behaviors.
Denial Of Sedative Addiction
Denial of sedative addiction is the psychological state where you refuse to acknowledge your dependence on sedative medications like Sonata. The most common signs of denial include underestimating the problem, justifying your usage, minimizing effects, and avoiding withdrawal.
Emotional and Psychological Signs of Sedative Abuse
There are several emotional and psychological signs of sedative abuse. The emotional signs include mood instability, emotional blunting, anxiety, agitation, increased dependence on the drug for comfort, and isolation. The psychological signs include cognitive impairment, paranoia, confusion, loss of interest in activities that you once enjoyed, irritability, anxiety, depression, obsessive thoughts about the drug, and dependence.
Long-Term Effects of Sedative Use and Sonata Dependency
Understanding the long-term effects of sedative use and Sonata dependency is very important if you’re using these medications. Some of the long-term effects include physical dependence and tolerance, cognitive impairments, emotional and mental health issues, physical health risks, and potential for addiction.