•Change in behavior •Change in academic performance
•Problems controlling mood and behavior
•Neglected physical appearance
•Weight loss
•Peer concern
•Some physical signs:
Bruises and other marks on arms or other vein-
laden areas ( neck, behind knees), bloodshot eyes, sniffing nose, dilated pupils etc. Escapism: family issues, low self-esteem, depression or other mood disorders Recreation: pleasure seeking Peer pressure Addiction Availability Heredity Family history, environment, influence ….or any combination thereof Past suicide attempts or threats Past violent or aggressive behavior Mental illness or alcohol use Bringing weapons to school Recent experience of humiliation, shame loss Bullying as victim or perpetrator Victim of abuse/neglect Themes of depression, death Vandalism, cruelty to animals, setting fires Poor peer relationships, cults, no supervision Nurturing home with good communication Teacher commitment Positive self-esteem Self-control Assertiveness Social competence Academic achievement Regular church attendance Intelligence Avoiding delinquent peers MENTAL HEALTH SCHOOL COUNSELORS OR OTHER SCHOOL THERAPISTS : PERSONNEL: Assess need for Classroom guidance “dangers of substance use” inpatient facility Faculty presentation: “how to spot…” Assess necessity Parent workshops: “what to know” / “what to of referral to look for” substance abuse Individual counseling specialist Motivational speakers: “survivors” Look for “roots” No-tolerance, anti-drug campaign of problem: Create anti-drug / drug education club heredity, family Make sure health teachers provide lessons on the danger of substance use and abuse history, mood Refer parents to alcoholics anonymous-teens disorder, peer situation etc. THANKYOU