Recognizing Substance Abuse in Adolescents: Signs & Support

Solving issues in substance abuse is a long term counseling activity. You have to be attentive and know how to recognize the occurring problem. The more knowledgeable we are to recognize these problems, the more we can be of help to adolescence who are experiencing this type of abuse.

Things You'll Need

• Observant
• Watchful
• Discernment

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Instructions

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  A victim of substance abuse is prone to having cycles resulting in an inability to perform at school and home. Their grades slip or drop dramatically. They skip and miss school a lot. Claiming they are sick and too tired. They experience laziness at home, and tend to have unusual sleeping habits.

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  You may see irritable mood changes with angry outburst. A change in physical appearance and friends. A continued use in dangerous situations despite the possibility of physical harm.

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  Uncontrollable usage of substances in spite of social problems such as fights, conflict with family and peers, etc. This all results in poor performance. Please make sure you get your child some help. Hopefully, this article will help you to recognize the signs.

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  If you are looking for treatment for your teen, you can get help today. The National Resource Center can help you choose the right program for your teen to get back on track at 1-866-870-6948.