Signs of Drug

Abuse

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Poor academic
performance

WORRIED ABOUT Withdrawal or social

isolation

STUDENT DRUG ────

ABUSE? Excessive tardiness

or truancy
If you suspect a student is using drugs you
should: Fatigue, lethargy,
nervousness
-recognize behavioral/emotional signs

-observe a pattern in trouble or problem behavior and document it ────

-talk to the child about your observations Intoxicated

demeanor
-be willing to listen
Poor hygiene, drug-
-talk to parents about your concerns
related clothing
-seek counsel from experts with prevention backgrounds
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-work with administrators to coordinate prevention or
intervention services Disruptive, rebellious
or defiant behavior
-follow up with the child and ask how they feel in regard to their
own progress

-keep all issues confidential

QUESTIONS OR
CONCERNS?
Nadia Reynolds
Prevention Specialist

904-867-5309