Warning Signs of Drug and/or Alcohol Abuse
Some common behavior changes you may notice if someone you know is abusing drugs and alcohol are:
- Sudden or extreme change in friends, eating habits, sleeping patterns, physical appearance, coordination or school performance
- Loss of interest in hobbies or family activities
- Hostile or uncooperative attitude
- Secrecy about actions or possessions
- Stealing money or an unexplained need for money
- Medicine containers, despite a lack of illness, or drug paraphernalia in the individual's room
- An unusual chemical or medicine smell on the individual or in the individual's room
