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changes, changes. Changes in friends, changes in weight, (noticeable weight
loss) changes include talkativeness, hyperactivity, high energy mode for
several days at a time, followed by deep sleep for numerous hours or days
where the child has a hard time getting out of bed. Changes in grades and
attendance a school, changes in hobbies or complete lack of interest in a
previous loved sport and or hobby. Changes in conversation when talking to
friends, more cryptic, in code, secretive about possessions and activities.
Engaging in criminal
activity, usually to obtain money, theft, burglaries, purse snatchings,
Identity theft, stealing checks to obtain cash, vehicle vandalism. Inability
to hold down a job for more than a couple of months at a time.
New use of mouth wash,
breath mints, to cover personal odors, eye drops to cover red, bloodshot
eyes. Look for dilated pupils. An increase in borrowing money to hang out
with new friends who may support drug culture clothing. Evidence in drug
paraphernalia such as pipes, rolling papers. Increase also in room
deodorizers, air fresheners, incense, or perfume to cover up room odors.
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