Prevea Health partners with Libertas Treatment Center in Green Bay and Marinette for adolescent and adult outpatient substance use disorder treatment.
Signs and symptoms of substance use disorders
The signs of a substance use disorder aren’t always obvious, and they can be different in teenagers versus adults. That’s why it’s important to know the signs. If you notice these signs in yourself or someone you care about, call Prevea Behavioral Care at (920) 272-1200.
Signs of substance use disorders in adults
- Complaints from family members or friends abut drinking or drug use
- Failed attempts to quit or cut back
- Hiding the evidence of drinking or use
- Increasing tolerance of alcohol or other substances
- Legal charges such as driving while intoxicated or possession of drugs
- Neglecting responsibilities in order to drink or use
- Blackouts or memory lapses associated with use
- Health, job, family life or financial issues resulting from use
- Continued use even with negative consequences to health, job, family life or finances
Signs of substance use disorders in teenagers
- Deteriorating grades
- Persistent impolite attitude, irritability
- Disrespect and unwillingness to follow rules
- Unexplained depletion of liquor or medication supplies
- Theft from family or friends
- Evidence of huffing – quick depletion of aerosol products or household cleaners
- Apparent drunkenness or hangovers
- Change to negative peer group
- Legal problems/underage drinking
- Red, irritated eyes
- Changes in energy levels, appetites, sleep pattern or hygiene
- Liquor bottles, drug paraphernalia
- Disappearing for days at a time
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