Lack of excitement, zest, or challenge. From problems, loneliness, failure. Can be against parents, school, or society in general. Lack of actual information about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse. To overcome pain, stress, and strain.
Teenagers model the coping skills they see demonstrated by adults.
There are many signs and symptoms that go along with substance use and abuse. The following list describes some of the changes you may see take place. In and of themselves, the symptoms may not mean a thing. However, if you see several of them, consider it a warning flag and seek further help. It is important to stress that these are possible, but not conclusive signs of drug use.