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PERSONALITY:

  • Becomes disrespectful—is verbally and physically abusive
  • Is angry a lot, acts paranoid or confused, or suffers from extreme mood swings
  • Seems depressed and less out-going than usual
  • Is secretive and lies about what he is doing and where he is going
  • Is stealing or “losing” possessions he used to value
  • Seems to have a lot of money, or is always asking for money
  • Withdraws from the family and family activities



Personality

Physical Appearance

School Activity/School Performance

Drug Specific Signs



 


Suspect Your Teen is Using Drugs or Drinking? A Brief Guide to Action for Parents
(ONDCP)

Preventing Drug Use among Children and Adolescents: A Research Based Guide: Second Edition
(NIDA, October 2003)