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Signs of Drug Abuse

Drug abuse is a problem that many teens face, especially if the teen has frequent feelings of not fitting in, low self-esteem or depression, or if there is a family history of drug use. As parents we often don’t know exactly what our teenagers are involved in and it isn’t always easy to tell. If you are concerned that your teen might be involved in illegal drugs you need to look for some common signs. The sooner you can intervene the better. Focus Adolescent Services lists five areas that parents can evaluate. Physical Warning Signs fatigue repeated health complaints red … Continue reading →

The Difference Between Drug Abuse and Addiction

Although the use of illegal drugs among teens is dropping in the United States, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse 50% of high-school graduates have tried illegal drugs, 23% will have used them within the thirty days before the survey, and anywhere from 0.5 to 7% are using drugs on an almost daily basis. Most teens that use drugs are not addicted, although those 0.5 to 7% who use on a daily basis most likely are. But many teens are involved in drug abuse. In fact a 2004 survey conducted by the Department of Health and Human Services … Continue reading →