There are warning signs when a child is using drugs. Parents should differentiate between his child's usual way of handling and reacting to life and those symptoms brought about by the use of drugs. A child on drugs can exhibit the following types of behavior:
Becoming withdrawn, depressed, tired or careless about personal grooming
Becoming hostile or uncooperative, and frequently breaking curfews
Relationships with family members deteriorating
Hanging around with a new group of friends
Allowing grades and school attendance to slip
Losing interest in hobbies, sports and favorite activities
Changing eating and sleeping patterns
Having a hard time concentrating
Having red-rimmed eyes and a runny nose- without having an allergy or cold
Stealing and lying
These symptoms may stem from other causes, but drug use should be suspected.
This information was taken from the booklet "Drug Facts".
For more information about drug use, the harmful effects of the different drugs and their street names and vital information for parents and much more, please visit www.about-drugs.org and check out the booklet "Drug Facts.
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