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[zionstar7]

hi everyone, thanks for reading. There is someone close to me who we (this person's family and myself) think may be doing drugs. what are some signs and symptoms we should look out for. Please also pray for peace, guidance, and patience for all involved. thank you.

 

[Rut]

It depends what kind of drugs they abuse but I find this on one website

What are general signs and symptoms of drug addiction?

Addiction to any drug may include these general characteristics:

• Feeling that you need the drug on a regular basis to have fun, relax or deal with your problems
• Giving up familiar activities such as sports, homework, or hobbies
• Sudden changes in work or school attendance and quality of work or grades
• Doing things you normally wouldn’t do to obtain drugs, such as frequently borrowing money or stealing items from employer, home or school
• Taking uncharacteristic risks, such as driving under the influence or sexually risky behavior
• Anger outbursts, acting irresponsibly and overall attitude change
• Deterioration of physical appearance and grooming.
• Wearing sunglasses and/or long sleeve shirts frequently or at inappropriate times
• No longer spending time with friends who don't use drugs and/or associating with known users
• Engaging in secretive or suspicious behaviors such as frequent trips to storage rooms, restroom, basement, etc.
• Needing to use more of the drug of choice to achieve the same effects
• Talking about drugs all the time and pressuring others to use with you
• Feeling exhausted, depressed, hopeless, or suicidal

 

[Buttermilk]

As has already been said the particular signs depend on what drug has been taken , but the above post is a good general overview IMHO

s for all involved

 

[BigToe]

Hey, I noticed you didn't update in this thread or anything and was wondering how it was going? It might be worth talking to a professional with experience dealing with users to help you sort out the "signs".