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General Signs of Drug Abuse

  • 01

    Missed school; unexplained drop in grades

  • 02

    Changes in mood (irritability, anxiety, depression)

  • 03

    Loss of interest in activities (music, sports, hobbies)

  • 04

    Loss of motivation; forgetfulness

  • 05

    Change in physical appearance and friends

  • 06

    Money or valuables missing from home; secretive behavior

  • 07

    Unusual sleeping habits

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How Addiction Takes Hold in the Brain Drugs Target the Brain's Pleasure Center Neurobiology of Drug Addiction Dr. Nora Volkow - Science of Addiction Addiction is a Disease of Freewill Dr. Kevin McCauley – Pleasure Unwoven Dr. Carlton Erickson - Science of Addiction When Addiction Runs in the Family Genes & Addiction Interactive Explore Activities
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What is Recovery? Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) AI-Anon / ALATEEN Narcotics Anonymous Other Self-Help Groups 12 Step Pros & Cons Stories of Hope Share Your Story
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