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Signs your teen has been exposed to drugs

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Repeated wrong use of psychotropic substance (drugs or alcohol) is substance abuse. No ifs, and, or buts about it. It’s illegal, dangerous, addictive, and has absolutely no place in your family. Learn the signs and symptoms of use and how to keep your children substance-free. If you don’t take a stand, how can they?

Today, alcohol and drugs are brought to school, stashed in bags, pockets or sneakers. There are children who smoke bhang almost daily and they go to school high and sleep through many of their lessons.

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