What to do if you think your child's taking drugs
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If you think your teen is taking drugs, wait until the shock and panic have worn off, then talk calmly to them. Wait till they're not under the influence. Ask questions, don't make assumptions or lecture. If they're using drugs regularly, there's probably a wider problem, so check how they feel about other things like school or tensions at home. Offer help, but remember they might find it easier to talk to someone outside the family. Don't try to cope alone. Try www.talktofrank.com. or www.ndh.org.uk.
Sarah Lawson is the author of Coping With Teenagers, Sheldon Press
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'It's not easy tackling a teenager about drugs'
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Keeping them safe and other issues
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Knowing about drugs - Amphetamines
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Knowing about drugs - Cannabis
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Knowing about drugs - Cocaine
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Knowing about drugs - Ecstasy
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Signs of teen drug use
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