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With mild degree drug intoxication - exciting - as a rule, there is increased activity in movements, fast and excessively lively speech, not quite an adequate reaction to questions, a kind of gleam in the eyes. Sometimes a person laughs for no reason, in a word, is in a state of euphoria. Some people in this condition have decreased sensitivity to pain; theoretically, responsibility for one's actions can be realized, but there is no feeling of empathy.

Chronic drug addicts may notice bags under the eyes. By the way, it should be borne in mind that the reaction to the drug can be short-term, and the end of its action in an extreme situation for the addict can cause him to withdraw, the consequence and reflection of which will be a sharp deterioration in his condition. A person can be depressed and angry, or even more agitated and aggressive.

How to recognize a drug condition in a teenager?

In the first weeks of addiction to drugs, until drug addiction occurs, parents themselves can save their child if they pay attention to some signs:

high spirits or a sudden change in behavior; a teenager avoids parents, answers the phone furtively and in monosyllables;
slovenliness in clothes;
loss of money in the family;
reddening of the face, excessive gaiety, increased appetite are likely signs of marijuana, hashish; while in the room there is a sweetish smell;
lethargy, detachment, narrow pupils - signs of opium use;
the smell of glue, gasoline from hair and clothes (if the child inhales the vapors of these substances);
bloodshot eyes are the result of marijuana use.

In any case, the suspicion must be confirmed. The determination of a specific substance in the biological fluid of the body (urine, blood, saliva) is carried out in chemical and toxicological laboratories using thin layer chromatography. This takes into account that individual substances (opiates) are determined only at a significant concentration in the biological fluid, are quickly destroyed and excreted from the body (in 8 hours, most of the morphine is destroyed and excreted). Other drugs (for example, barbiturates) remain in the body fluid for up to 1-2 weeks. Therefore, the recognition of alcohol, narcotic or toxic intoxication must be not only clinically substantiated, but also laboratory confirmed. From this follow measures of social influence and individual treatment of the patient.

It should be noted that in recent years the symptomatology of the clinical manifestations of drug addiction and substance abuse has changed. This is primarily due to the expansion of the arsenal of toxic intoxicants. Therefore, brain damage and complications, which are recorded primarily in adolescents, are difficult to diagnose. But diagnostics are needed in order to start targeted prevention.

The first use of narcotic substances, as a rule, causes unpleasant and painful sensations. But later comes the substance abuse syndrome. Parents should notice this period earlier than teachers, police and doctors, and seek help.

D. V. Kolesov in his book "Prevention of bad habits in preschoolers" (1984), describes four conditions for the formation of good habits:

The first is the close attention of parents to the actions of the child, when these actions may be harmful. It is necessary to develop the right habit in the child and consolidate it into a habit.

The second is the strict organization of all the child's activities, but without suppressing the initiative.

The third is a positive example of an adult for the formation of a good habit.

Fourth - reinforcing actions in the form of praise, approval, an example for other children in the family or friends.

The lack of reliable information at the family and community level on the prevalence of drug and substance use, including smoking, makes it difficult to accept the facts associated with the severe health consequences of these substances.

The first signs of an emotional change in the personality of a teenager, established by parents or teachers, should alert doctors, who must be urgently contacted in order to prescribe appropriate therapy.

Addicts warn parents:

1. Do not attack a teenager with reproaches and harsh measures!

2. Try to have a confidential conversation.

3. It is best in this case to contact a specialist. Table 5 provides data on signs that can help parents and educators determine if a teenager has had drug use.

Table 5. Signs of drug use

Drug	Symptoms	External signs	Danger
Alcohol, beer, wine	Drunk person appearance Slow reactions Drowsiness Slurred speech Personality changes	Limp sagging of lips, jaw Deliberate movements Memory lapses	Accident Risk of injury to others Health problems Stomach ulcer, changes in blood pressure
Glue (by inhalation)	The appearance of a drunk person Goofy expression Aggressive behavior	Tubes of glue Handkerchiefs Paper bags	Damage to the lungs, liver, brain Anemia Death from suffocation
Heroin, morphine	Stupor, drowsiness Prick marks Watery eyes Blood stains on sleeve Runny nose	Needle, syringe Tourniquet Transparent bags	Mental degradation Damage to the brain, liver Development of dependence Death from overdose
codeine, opium	Drunk person appearance Lack of coordination Mental turmoil Itchy skin	Empty medicine bottle	Development of addiction
Marijuana, weed, plan	Drowsiness Dilated pupils Lack of coordination Cravings for sweets Increased appetite Hallucinations Increased activity	Puffiness under the eyes Discolored skin on the fingers Smell of burnt leaves indoors Tissue paper	Anemia Congenital malformations Addiction development Internal organ damage Degree of effect on the body: 1 serving = 1 pack of cigarettes
Cocaine	Lack of fatigue Increased blood pressure Loss of pain Feeling of superiority Feeling invulnerable The look of a drunk person	White crystalline powder Hyperemia (redness) of the nasal mucosa	Heart attack High blood pressure Accidental burns or other injuries
Sedatives, barbiturates, etc.	Drowsiness, stupor Slurred speech Cowardice Vomiting	Tablets of different colors Tablets with the number 714	Unconsciousness Death by overdose Warning! When mixed with alcohol, agitation with loss of consciousness may occur

Authors: Aizman R.I., Krivoshchekov S.G.

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