SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDER

Use of drug or substance, usually by self-administration, in a manner that

WHAT
deviates from approved social or medical patterns.

1 in 2 drug users began experimenting as early as 15 years old.

STATISTICS
1 in 4 students in the 12th grade experiment with illegal drugs.

COMMON SUBSTANCES BEING ABUSED

REASONS FOR SUBSTANCE USE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

● Nausea & Vomiting

● Bloodshot Eyes
● Dilated Pupils
● Sudden Weight Loss
● Cold Sweats
● Teeth Clenching
● Interrupted Sleep Patterns
● Poor Hygiene
● Severe muscle and bone aches

RECOGNIZING DRUG ABUSE IN TEENS TREATMENT

● PROBLEMS AT SCHOOL: Frequently missing Drug abuse may be addressed through:

classes in school ● Abstinence
● PHYSICAL HEALTH ISSUES: Lack of energy & ● Detoxification
motivation ● Counseling and behaviour modification
● NEGLECTED APPEARANCE: Lack of interest
clothing or grooming
● CHANGES IN BEHAVIOR: Drastic changes in PREVENTION
behavior and relationships with family and
friends
● SPENDING MONEY: Sudden request for money ● There must be adequate parental
without a reasonable explanation for its use supervision
● Drug control policies must be
implemented
● Avoid situations that might encourage drug
abuse
● Encourage healthier activities or hobbies

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