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As a parent, we are always picking up on little things and worrying about our kid's wellbeing. Below are some signs which may indicate a behavioral health concern. If these behaviors are ongoing, you may want to seek professional assistance.
- Peculiar odors such as marijuana, alcohol, or solvents on your child, on his/her clothing, in the house, or in the car
- Presence of drugs or drug paraphernalia in your child’s environment or in dirty laundry (presence of seeds, leaves, or butts; use of small baggies, cigarette papers, tin foil, light bulbs)
- Use of eye drops, room deodorizers, incense, or scented candles
- Slurred speech
- Changes in dress, language, opinions, or behavior
- Sudden change in family relations (withdrawn, belligerence, marked increase in family arguments either with parents or siblings - especially regarding setting limits)
- Noticeable change in personality (laziness, loss of motivation or interest, unusually elated, hyperactive, or lethargic)
- Sudden changes in mood (aggressive anger, sullenness, uncaring attitude and behavior, seems depressed)
- Changes in appetite: loss of appetite or increased appetite (“Munchies”)
- Deterioration in physical appearance (general unhealthy appearance, bloodshot eyes, lack of alertness, decrease in neatness or personal hygiene)
- Noticeable changes in school performance (drop in grades or attendance, disciplinary reports from the school, truancy, loss of interest in activities/sports)
- Sudden change in social pattern (new friends, activities, choice of music)
- Secretiveness about friends or activities or endless excuses for behaviors
- Legal problems or delinquent behavior; frequently breaks house rules
- Unusual financial problems, repeated pawning or selling of personal belongings
- Health Concerns: frequently ill, nosebleeds, runny nose (without explanation of cold/allergies), queasy nauseous, vomiting, or headaches
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