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warning signs

Signs that your child may be experimenting with drugs or alcohol.

Behavioral

• Risky behavior

• Slipping grades, lateness, skipping class

• Fights with family/friends

• Change in friends

• Change in mood, eating or sleeping patterns

• Depressed/less motivation

• Missing money/valuables

• Trouble with the law

• Increased candle, incense, or air freshener use

• Secretive, deceptive, or manipulative behavior

Physical

• Neglecting appearance or hygiene

• Sudden change in weight

• Slurred speech

• Skin abrasions

• Chemical smell on breath or clothing

• Glassy or red eyes

• Drug paraphernalia