Mood swings and sudden changes in behavior can be a normal part of growing up, often starting in the tween years. But they can also signal substance abuse.
They're among the signs that parents should look for if they're concerned that their child might be using drugs.
Other signs include sudden changes in his or her relationships with family and friends. The child might stop caring about how he or she looks. Parents might notice changes in personal habits, like always locking a bedroom door or going out every night. Money and valuables -- or your own pills -- may start to disappear from your home. And drug paraphernalia can start to appear -- from the obvious, like rolling papers, to strange containers. The child might start having problems at school or work.
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