Early identification and intervention are the best ways to stop
inhalant abuse before it causes serious health consequences.
Parents, educators, family physicians, and other health care
practitioners should be alert to the following signs: - Chemical
odors on breath or clothing - Paint or other stains on face,
hands, or clothes - Hidden empty spray paint or solvent
containers, and chemical-soaked rags or clothing - Drunk or
disoriented appearance - Slurred speech - Nausea or loss of
appetite - Inattentiveness, lack of coordination, irritability,
and depression This series of reports simplifies the science of
research findings for the educated lay public, legislators,
educational groups, and practitioners. The series reports on
research findings of national interest. Please note: After
September 2013 all NIDA Research Reports will be offered online
exclusively. Orders for printed hard copies must be received by
August 15, 2013. As a result of scientific research, we know
that addiction is a disease that affect