Warning Signs: Does Your Teen Abuse Drugs or Alcohol?
While this isn’t an exhaustive list of all the signs to look for, below you will find the top 15 warning signs that adolescent-behavior experts advise that the following symptoms may be associated with the drug (and alcohol) abuse:
Sudden personality swings that can affect school attendance, productivity, grades, and relationships.
Angry outbursts, often it can be something seemingly small.
A lack of interest in assuming responsibilities.
A change in attitude, and a loss of interest in activities and hobbies that used to be enjoyable.
A change of friends and an unwillingness to have them visit.
Refusal to talk about friends or activities they may share.
An inability to pay attention and a lack of concentration.
Pronounced nervousness that can lead to aggression.
Being secretive.
A lack of interest in his/her appearance and hygiene.
Wearing sunglasses when there’s no need to.
Wearing long-sleeved shirts – even when it’s hot.
Hanging out with known substance abusers.
Compulsive money borrowing from friends and family.
Stealing items from school or other’s homes.
A noticeable disconnection from family, and a desire to retreat to seldom-used parts of the home such as attics and basements.
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