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help for parents: is your child using drugs?

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The mood swings and unpredictable behavior of the teen years often make it hard to tell if a child is using drugs — but there are warning signs you can watch out for. 

If your child exhibits one or more of the following behaviors or moods, drugs may have become a part of his or her life: 

(Source: Partnership for a Drug-Free America, www.drugfreeamerica.org)

What to do

Some of the signs above, such as depression or decline in school performance, might be explained by other causes. When in doubt, get help. See your family doctor or local clinic to rule out illness or other physical problems. If you suspect your child is having problems with alcohol or drugs, it is important that you face the problem promptly and get whatever help is needed to stop your child's use.

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