INDIANAPOLIS – Alcohol abuse and addiction is prevalent in our community, but often people assume alcoholics only exist within certain stereotypes. Addiction does not discriminate against age, race or socioeconomic status. It is important to be aware of the warning signs and symptoms of abuse and addiction. Knowing how to identify these signs could save someone’s life. 

Physical Signs:

• Loss or increase of appetite
• Personal grooming declines
• Inability to sleep, awake at usual times
• Pupils larger or smaller than usual
• Nausea, vomiting or excessive sweating
• Tremors or shakes or hands, feet or head

Behavioral Signs:

• Change in overall attitude or personality
• Change in activities or hobbies
• Drop in grades in school or performance at work
• Moodiness, irritability or nervousness
• Secretive or suspicious behavior
• Chronic dishonesty

Fairbanks offers educational sessions to local businesses Monday-Friday upon request. If you have questions about addiction and would like a speaker to visit your office, please call 317-572-9401 or e-mail sday@fairbankscd.org.

Fairbanks is a nonprofit organization that focuses on recovery from alcohol and drug problems.  Since 1945, the organization has helped to improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities by offering hope and support through its programs and services.  For more information about Fairbanks, please visit www.fairbankscd.org