See the truth behind drugs, alcohol and gambling.

Signs to look for

First, some scary but potentially life-saving advice: if you ever encounter someone who, because of drugs or alcohol, is sweating, shaking, has a fever or rapid pulse, or is having difficulty breathing, call 911 immediately.

Alcohol and other drugs: early signs of trouble.

Ask yourself the following questions. Then see if it might be time for a change or not.

Are you having relationship problems with your parents or friends because of your substance use?

No

Yes

Are you missing school or work shifts because of alcohol or drugs?

No

Yes

Has your physical health gone downhill because of your use?

No

Yes

Do you feel guilty or depressed?

No

Yes

Gambling: early signs of trouble

Do any of these actions look familiar? Even if you don’t notice these things in your life yet, if you gamble at all, you might want to watch out for them. They’re signs that trouble is close by. When it comes to gambling, do you:

lose track of time when you’re gambling?

No

Yes

spend more than you meant to?

No

Yes

have family or friends who express concern about your gambling?

No

Yes

feel guilty about your gambling?

No

Yes

missed important events because of gambling?

No

Yes

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