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Warning Signs of Alcohol and Drug Abuse

Typical signs that someone may be in trouble with alcohol or other drugs include:

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Unsuccessful attempts to quit or cut down use of alcohol or other drugs
Concern from others about this person's use of alcohol or other drugs
Difficulties with the law, work or school related to the use of alcohol or other drugs
Regrets or guilt about things the person has said or done when under the influence
Unexplained mood swings or depression
Possession of drug-related materials, secretiveness, strange phone calls
Withdrawing from family, isolation

Additional warning signs for youth include:

Signs of intoxication including a strong odor of mouthwash, cologne, mints, gum or vanilla
Red and/or watery eyes, dilated or very small pupils
New friends who rarely come to your home
Sneaking out, breaking curfew or withdrawing from family
Mysterious increases in cash or sudden sale of possessions

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If some of these signs look familiar, call Bryan Independence Center for a free telephone consultation at 402-481-5268 or 800-742-7845, ext. 15268. A counselor will offer helpful information and may suggest an evaluation.

You also can take an online screening for yourself or for someone else. (If you get a message asking for a key word, please type bryanhealth into the box.)