Signs of Addiction
If you’re worried that your loved one could be taking drugs then you need to know what to look out for.
These are the main signs or symptoms that your child could possibly be a drug user.
- A sudden change in his/her circle of friends.
- Constant secrecy about where they go and when they will be back.
- A sudden unwillingness to bring friends home and to introduce them to you.
- A sudden drop in school performance.
- A lack of interest in activities that were formerly enjoyed, such as sports.
- Fast disappearance of pocket money with very little to show for it.
- Sudden change in sleeping patterns – either too much or too little or at odd hours.
- Money disappears from your purse, or small items disappear from the house – often things that would not be noticed immediately such as tools from the garage.
- Your loved one looks unhealthy and exhausted and seems to have lost their enthusiasm for life.
- Eating habits have suddenly changed, resulting in either weight loss or weight gain.
- Moods fluctuate wildly.
- Secrecy. You get the feeling that he/she often says things just to keep you happy and that you are often lied to.
- No longer wants you to clean his/her room.
These signs may seem cliché or like normal “behavior”, but if you have your suspicions then don’t be afraid to dig a little deeper. Your instincts may save your child’s life.
We are here to help you, we are a Christian based long-term Rehabilitation Centre. At very affordable monthly rate you can send your loved one to us and you will experience the change and the new person when he graduates at the end of his term.
Visit our website at www.bethsaidarecoverycentre.co.za or email us at info@bethsaidarecoverycentre.co.za Contact nr: 0646000104
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