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In Your Community > Behavioral Signs of Abuse

IN YOUR COMMUNITY BEHAVIORAL SIGNS OF DRUG ABUSE
Signs that a child may be abusing prescription drugs or other illicit drugs include radical changes in behavior such as:

  • acting especially angry or abusive, or engaging in reckless behavior
  • getting into significant trouble at school or getting significantly lower grades
  • lying or acting secretive or deceptive
  • possessing unexplained valuables or cash
  • hanging around a different group of friends
  • acting withdrawn, depressed, or apathetic
  • neglecting appearance or hygiene
  • violating curfews or running away

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