Unfortunately, this can create a nasty vicious cycle that only exasperates the symptoms of both anxiety and drug abuse. For example, let's say someone drinks a drink before bed as a “nightcap” to help them sleep. While one drink is not necessarily harmful, that drink slowly turns into several drinks before bed. This increase creates even more stress in their lives as they increasingly turn to drinking to calm their nerves. Substance-Induced Anxiety Disorder Unfortunately, even people who do not suffer from anxiety disorders often suffer from severe anxiety after becoming addicted. This is called “substance-induced anxiety” and is commonly associated with substance abuse and drug withdrawal. Essentially, the idea of ​​suffering through the painful effects of drug withdrawal (nausea, vomiting, confusion, paranoia, headaches, etc.) creates a state of fear and anxiety, which makes it nearly impossible to quit. Substance-induced anxiety is also associated with the effects of drugs on the body and mind: people who suffer from this anxiety believe that their drug use may be “noticed” by others. This makes them worried about how they are perceived and accepted