How to Know If Your Children Do Drugs.
Parents are usually the last to know, which
is why you have to act swiftly if your child’s
life is endangered by abusing drugs.
You will need Knowledge and close obervation
of your child's personality and habits and
a home drug testing kit (optional).
Step 1.
Note your child’s altered eating and sleeping
habits, like poor appetite and insomnia.
Sudden desires for sweets as well as weight
loss indicate addictive swings typical of
drug use.
Step 2.
Take seriously any mysterious rejection of
interests that were once important to your
child, like sports and hobbies.
At-home drug test kits are available online
or at drugstores.
Collect a sample of your child’s hair to
determine if they are using.
Step 3.
Document defiance, including blatant school
tardiness, neglected homework, and careless
physical appearance or a pattern of broken
home rules, violated curfews, and open disrespect
that may indicate drug use.
Step 4.
Investigate the child’s room.
Check for incense to cover the smell of smoke,
lighters, or suspicious paraphernalia.
Step 5.
Note erratic behavior.
Chronic mood swings and uncharacteristic secretive
withdrawals are classic signs of drug behavior.
Community hotlines and referral centers can
provide advice and access to drug counselors
and trained mentors.
Step 6.
Observe the child’s changing relationships,
noting new friends who are seldom introduced,
never come inside your home, or respond vaguely
to questions about their activities.
Did you know Did you know?
Kids who learn about the risks of drugs from
their parents are up to 50 percent less likely
to use drugs.
