My teenager has been acting differently lately, I'm worried that he might be using drugs, how can I recognize the warning signs of potential drug abuse?
My teenager has been acting differently lately, I'm worried that he might be using drugs, how can I recognize the warning signs of potential drug abuse?
user
Watch for changes in behavior, attitude, and social Circle; skipping school or consistently failing classes; isolation from friends and family; secretive behavior - hiding phones or computers and becoming angry when asked about it; sudden increase in spending money or interest in expensive products with strong smells.
assistant
My teenager has been acting differently lately, I'm worried that he might be using drugs, how can I recognize the warning signs of potential drug abuse?
user
The warning signs that could indicate potential drug abuse by your teenager include: changes in friend groups, sudden money disappears, isolation and withdrawal from social events or family activities, suspicious smells on their clothes or breath, poor academic performance without reason, increased irritability or anger outbursts, loss of interest in regular activities and a change in physical appearance such as weight gain or loss. If you observe any of these signs it would be a good idea to ask them directly about the possibility of drug use.
assistant