HOW TO DETECT DRUG ABUSE AMONG TEENAGERS

Well,some teenagers usually do abuse drugs and these clues  you are about to read right now are indicatives that your teenager is using drugs.

1.school: the child suddenly shows an active dislike of school and looks for excuses to stay home.you need to contact the school officials to see if your child’s attendance record matches what you know about his or her absent days.

2.personal behavior: teenagers enjoy their privacy.however, be wary of exaggerated efforts to prevent you from into their bedrooms or knowing where they go with their friends.

3.appearance:when a teenager is on drugs,he lacks interest in clothing or looks and it is a significant warning that he is on drugs.

4.physical health:listlessness and apathy are possible indications of drug use.

5.money: sudden request for money without a reasonable explanation for its use may be an indication of drug use.

So what can you do?

Adolescents need to feel that there is an open line of communication with their parents even in the face of your child’s reluctance to share his feelings, continue to show concern in listening to your child talk about his or her experiences