SIGNS OF DRUG USE:
- Negative changes in schoolwork, missing school or declining grades
- Increase secrecy about possession or activities
- Use of incense, room deodorant, or perfume to hide smoke or chemical odors
- Subtle changes in conversation with friends, for example; more secretive or using "code" language
- Hanging out with a new group of friends and unwilling to introduce them
- Change in clothing choices and a new interest in clothes that highlight drug use.
- Borrowing money frequently
- evidence of drug paraphernalia, such as pipes, rolling papers, etc.
- Evidence of inhaling products and accessories, such as hair spray, nail polish, correction fluid, paper bags and common household products.
- Bottles of eye drops, which may be used to mask blood shot eyes or dilated pupils.
- New use of mouthwash or breath mints to cover up the smell of alcohol Missing prescription drugs, especially narcotics and mood stabilizers
- Withdrawn, depressed, tired or neglecting personal grooming
- Hostile, uncooperative and frequently breaks curfew
- Suffering deteriorating relationships with family members.
- Skipping school and experiencng dropping grades.
- Losing interest in hobbies, sports and other favorite activities
- Exhibiting changes in sleeping patterns
- Having a hard time concentrating
- Taking money without permission
- Exhibiting red eyes or runny nose without evidence of a cold or allergies.
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