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Who is at risk? Teenages at risk of developing a serious alcohol or drug problem include those who: · with a family history of substance abuse · who are depressed · who have low self-esteem · who feel like they don’t fit in or are out of the mainstream


 * Warning Signs of Teen Substance Abuse**

· fatigue · repeated health complaints · red and glazed eyes · lasting cough · personality change · sudden mood changes · irritability · irresponsible behavior · low self-esteem · poor judgment · depression · general lack of interest · starting arguments · negative attitude · breaking rules · withdrawing from family · secretiveness · decreased interest · negative attitude · drop in grades · many absences · truancy · discipline problems · new friends who make poor decisions and are not interested in school or family activities · problems with the law · changes to less conventional styles in dress and music back to home page
 * Physical**
 * Emotional**
 * Family**
 * School**
 * Social problems**