Drug Inspector Question:

If you notice signs of addiction, and you hear your teen and their friends use some of this slang, they may have a drug abuse or drug addiction problem. We understand this realization can be jarring — many parents feel shocked, confused, embarrassed, or downplay the problem, calling it “normal.” It’s ok to be afraid and uncertain what to do — social stigma of drug addiction makes us view addicts as hopeless, bad people — but it’s crucial you spring to action once you discover your teen’s problem. The sooner you accept that your child is sick with the disease of addiction, the sooner you can get them the professional help they need.