5 Ways to Spot Drug Abuse Red Flags

The Center for Prevention and Counseling, which held a drug trend meeting at Monday night, recently released tips on how to spot the "red flags of substance abuse" regarding teenagers and adolescence.

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1. You Need to Speak to a Doctor: "Have your family rotor of local cliic examine your child to rule out any other physical problems," the center said in a release.
2. You Need to Speak Calmly and Objectively: "Never confront a child who is under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Wait until her or she is sober. Then, discuss your suspicions with your child calmly and objectively," the center said in a release.
3. You Need to Call 911: "If your child is unresponsive, seek immediate medical help by calling 911," the center said in a release.
4. You Need to Rely on a Professional: "If you think that your child us being untruthful and the evidence thereof is strong, you may wish to have your child evaluated by a health professional experienced in diagnosing adolescents with alcohol and other drug-related problems," the center said in a release.
5. You Need to Call the Police If … "If you find drugs or drug paraphernalia in your child's possession, the Sussex County Prosecutor's Office suggest that you do not touch the substance if unidentifiable and call your local police station. (Note-a police investigation follows the retrieval of the drug/paraphernalia, and the child will be appointed a juvenile court lawyer. Parents and police officers involved will be subpoenaed. Each case is unique, and there are no guaranteed outcomes or sentences following trial.)," the center said in a release.

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