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warning signs to look out for

visit our slang drug terms page for a full list of terms used. the following is a list of clues to look out for in a person you suspect may be taking drugs:

• increase or decrease in appetite; changes in eating habits, unexplained weight loss or gain
• smell of substance on breath, body or clothes
• extreme hyperactivity; excessive talkativeness
• needle marks or bruises on lower arm, legs or bottom of feet
• change in overall attitude / personality with no other identifiable cause
• changes in friends: new hangouts, avoidance of old crowd, new friends are drug users
• change in activities; loss of interest in things that were important before
• drop in school or work performance; skips or is late to school or work
• changes in habits at home; loss of interest in family and family activities
• difficulty in paying attention; forgetfulness
• lack of motivation, energy, self-esteem, discipline. bored, "i don't care" attitude
• defensiveness, temper tantrums, resentful behaviour (everything's a hassle)
• unexplained moodiness, irritability, or nervousness
• violent temper or bizarre behaviour
• unexplained silliness or giddiness
• paranoia – suspiciousness
• excessive need for privacy; keeps door locked or closed, won't let people in
• secretive or suspicious behaviour
• chronic dishonesty; trouble with police
• unexplained need for money; can't explain where money goes; stealing
• unusual effort to cover arms, legs
• change in personal grooming habits
• possession of drug paraphernalia

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