From 20 to 26 November, a week of prevention of juvenile drug trafficking offences is being held in Lepel District.

During this period, various events will be held in the district. In addition, LC will daily share a selection of important facts on this topic.

Today we will discuss how to determine if a teenager is using drugs?

Changes in the child's behavior and mood. A teenager may start behaving inadequately at times, experience sharp mood swings, and their daily routine may change – they stay up late at night, then sleep during the day and have difficulty getting up for school. Their circle of friends changes, and they interact with them more secretively, using incomprehensible phrases. Stains of an unknown color may be noticed on their clothes, and an unfamiliar smell may emanate from the child or their clothes. Clear signs: parents find powders, pills, packets, foil, burnt spoons, cardboard, jars.

Dear parents! It is important to constantly remind children about the potential consequences of thoughtless actions. You should be interested in where, how, and with whom your child is, pay attention to their hobbies and social circle – both real and virtual.