Substance-use disorder is also called drug addiction. It affects more than just the person using the drugs. Substance abuse can break apart families, ruin personal relationships, and make it difficult to keep a job. Learn more about substance-use disorder and its effects by taking this quiz. It is based on information from National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
They become withdrawn, depressed, or careless about personal grooming.
Relationships with other family members become strained.
They become hostile and uncooperative.
Eating and sleeping patterns change.
They lose interest in favorite activities.
They have a hard time concentrating.
You find pipes, rolling papers, pill bottles, or eye drops in your teen's room.