Any use of drugs or alcohol should not be tolerated...PERIOD! It's
illegal, dangerous, addictive and need not be a part of your child's
life nor your family's life. Learn the symptoms, signs and signals
that might suggest the use of drugs or alcohol by your children, and
perhaps more importantly, talk to them about it. Find out if they use,
have ever used, intend to use, or whether or not their friends are
using. Talk to the other parents. Let them know how you feel about drug
use, and inform them about the signs of abuse.
I have laid down the law at my home with my two teenage girls, and I've expressed my feelings about drug use to them. I have a zero tolerance rule, and have unfortunately needed to implement strong consequences due to a breach in these rules. After this home-rule violation occurred, I stepped up the punishment threat to the dreaded "No drivers license until 18". No ifs, ands, or buts. I even suggested that they disconnect from certain drug using friends if they didn't want the peer pressures that often accompany these situations. I also explained that if they were to come home or into my car smelling like smoke of any kind, that the "Oh, my friend was smoking near me" excuse carried the same punitive action. In other words, don't hang out with others who are using!
If you suspect that your child is using marijuana, alcohol, meth, cocaine or other illicit drugs, you can contact me at Theia investigations. I carry two kinds of in-home drug detection kits that you can purchase directly from me, or I can come out to your home and conduct the testing for you.
Although liquor is often the substance of choice for teenagers, the primary deterrent for easy access to booze is to simply LOCK IT UP! Also, remind your teens that if they are caught buying, holding or drinking alcohol, they stand to lose their driving privilege for an extended period.
In addition to alcohol and marijuana, a few other drugs of choice are listed below:
Ecstasy (MDMA), also known as the "happy pill" as it makes users excited and euphoric. It can also cause permanent brain damage by killing cells that release the neurotransmitter substance, serotonin.
Nitrous Oxide (whipits), often found in aerosol sprays, i.e., whipped cream, hair spray and can be purchased in balloons by local drug dealers.
Dextromethorphan (DXM), another favorite among youngsters as it is legally and readily available. This liquid is taken orally and is found in many cough suppressants. In high doses, it can be quite dangerous.
Crystal methamphetamine (crank). This stimulant can be smoked, eaten, snorted or injected. This drug is highly addictive and can cause psychotic behavior.
Heroin. Another highly addictive narcotic that can be injected, snorted or smoked. This drug is a relaxant and can sometimes be quite difficult to detect if used in small and infrequent quantities, however usage is often increased in quantity and frequency.
Keep a watchful eye on your children. Of course they will consider it annoying, unfair, perhaps even abusive. They will surely explain to you that their friend's parents don't "stalk" them, and will certainly display an abundance of displeasure by your prodding, hovering and demands, but they will, in the end, thank you for your efforts and unrelenting concern for their safety and well-being.
I have laid down the law at my home with my two teenage girls, and I've expressed my feelings about drug use to them. I have a zero tolerance rule, and have unfortunately needed to implement strong consequences due to a breach in these rules. After this home-rule violation occurred, I stepped up the punishment threat to the dreaded "No drivers license until 18". No ifs, ands, or buts. I even suggested that they disconnect from certain drug using friends if they didn't want the peer pressures that often accompany these situations. I also explained that if they were to come home or into my car smelling like smoke of any kind, that the "Oh, my friend was smoking near me" excuse carried the same punitive action. In other words, don't hang out with others who are using!
If you suspect that your child is using marijuana, alcohol, meth, cocaine or other illicit drugs, you can contact me at Theia investigations. I carry two kinds of in-home drug detection kits that you can purchase directly from me, or I can come out to your home and conduct the testing for you.
Although liquor is often the substance of choice for teenagers, the primary deterrent for easy access to booze is to simply LOCK IT UP! Also, remind your teens that if they are caught buying, holding or drinking alcohol, they stand to lose their driving privilege for an extended period.
In addition to alcohol and marijuana, a few other drugs of choice are listed below:
Ecstasy (MDMA), also known as the "happy pill" as it makes users excited and euphoric. It can also cause permanent brain damage by killing cells that release the neurotransmitter substance, serotonin.
Nitrous Oxide (whipits), often found in aerosol sprays, i.e., whipped cream, hair spray and can be purchased in balloons by local drug dealers.
Dextromethorphan (DXM), another favorite among youngsters as it is legally and readily available. This liquid is taken orally and is found in many cough suppressants. In high doses, it can be quite dangerous.
Crystal methamphetamine (crank). This stimulant can be smoked, eaten, snorted or injected. This drug is highly addictive and can cause psychotic behavior.
Heroin. Another highly addictive narcotic that can be injected, snorted or smoked. This drug is a relaxant and can sometimes be quite difficult to detect if used in small and infrequent quantities, however usage is often increased in quantity and frequency.
Keep a watchful eye on your children. Of course they will consider it annoying, unfair, perhaps even abusive. They will surely explain to you that their friend's parents don't "stalk" them, and will certainly display an abundance of displeasure by your prodding, hovering and demands, but they will, in the end, thank you for your efforts and unrelenting concern for their safety and well-being.
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