CSSM MB Summer Missionary Manual - Standards 6
Standards of Behaviour
F. Possible Indicators of Substance Abuse
1. Social Indicators
• family history of substance abuse
• changes in peer group
• uncharacteristic irritability or moodiness
• suspicion of and aggression towards friends, teachers, parents, etc.
• lying, theft, promiscuity, rebelliousness, antisocial behaviour
• withdrawal
• consistent failure to meet obligations
2. Physical Indicators
• hangovers
• hand tremors
• appetite/weight gain or loss
• sleeping difficulties
• drawn appearance
• fatigue
• changes in hygiene, dress, grooming
• red eyes, dilated pupils
• vague, dull, confused
3. Behavioural Indicators
• low or deteriorating self-esteem
• loss of interest in usual activities
• grandiose feelings
• can't cope, easily frustrated
• impulsive behaviour
• depression, suicide attempts
• confusion, poor memory
• paranoid statements and feelings
• uncharacteristic irritability, moodiness
• withdrawal
• failure to meet obligations
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