Changing friends a lot
Spending a lot of time alone
Losing interest in favorite things
Not taking care of themselves - for example, not taking showers, changing clothes, or brushing their teeth
Being really tired and sad
Eating more or eating less than usual
Being very energetic, talking fast, or saying things that don't make sense
Being in a bad mood
Quickly changing between feeling bad and feeling good
Missing important appointments
Having problems at school - missing class, getting bad grades
Having problems in personal or family relationships
Lying and stealing
Memory lapses, poor concentration, lack of coordination, slurred speech, etc.
Can drug use in young people be prevented?
Drug use and addiction are preventable. Prevention programs involving families, schools, communities, and the media may prevent or reduce drug use and addiction. These programs include education and outreach to help people understand the risks of drug use.
You can help prevent your children from using drugs through.
Good communication with your children
Encouragement, so your children can build confidence and a strong sense of self. It also helps parents promote cooperation and reduce conflict.
Teaching your children problem-solving skills
Setting limits, to teach your children self-control and responsibility, provide safe boundaries, and show them that you care
Supervision, which helps parents recognize developing problems, promote safety, and stay involved
Knowing your children's friends.
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