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Comparison of the Signs & Symptoms
of Drugs of Abuse

[ Stimulants, Depressants, Cannabis, Narcotics, Hallucinogens ]

  • DRUG - Stimulants
    Cocaine, Amphetamine, Methamphetamine, Crack, Diet Medications
    • APPEARANCE
      • Dilated Pupils, Rapid Respiration, Profuse Sweating, Runny Nose Underweight, Sores, Dry Mouth, Flushed Face, Facial Itching, Mouth & Gum Problems, Needle Marks
    • BEHAVIOR
      • Restlessness, Confused, Panic, Unable to Concentrate, Secretive, Insomnia, Agitation/Defensiveness, Frequent Absences, Isolation & Withdrawal, Mood Swings, Difficulty in Concentrating, Hallucinations, Overuse of Nasal Spray
    • SPEECH
      • Very Talkative
    • ODOR
      • Chemical Smell, Poor Hygiene
  • DRUG - Depressants
    Opiates, Alcohol
    • APPEARANCE
      • Constricted Pupils, Fatigue, Drowsiness, Nausea, Constipation, Vomiting, Untidiness, Euphoric, Needle Marks, Glazed Eyes
    • BEHAVIOR
      • Impaired Mental Function, Mood Swings, Apathetic, Depressed, Impaired Coordination, Staggering Galt
    • SPEECH
      • Slurred
    • ODOR
      • Smell of Alcohol, Poor Hygiene
  • DRUG - Cannabis
    Marijuana, Hashish
    • APPEARANCE
      • Bloodshot Eyes, Sedated, Poor Hygiene, Increased Heart Rate
    • BEHAVIOR
      • I Don't Care Attitude, Delayed Decision Making, Diminished Concentration, Irritating Cough, Chronic Sore Throat, Increased Appetite
    • ODOR
      • Similar to Alfalfa or Incense, Heavy Cologne Used for Cover Up
  • DRUG - Narcotics
    Heroin, Methadone, Codeine, Morphine, Opium
    • APPEARANCE
      • Drowsiness, Constricted Pupils, Watery Eyes, Itching
    • BEHAVIOR
      • Impaired Mental Functioning, Apathetic, Sedated, Impaired Coordination
    • SPEECH
      • Slurred
  • DRUG - Hallucinogens
    PCP, LSD, Mescaline, Psilocybin
    • APPEARANCE
      • Dilated Pupils, Flushed Face, Increased Heart Rate, Convulsions, Coma
    • BEHAVIOR
      • Loss of Appetite, Sleeplessness, Tremors, Panic, Confusion, Suspicion, Anxiety, Loss of Control
    • SPEECH
      • Agitated, Disjointed

Other Things To Look For

bullet Changes in appearance or behavior after a break
bullet Accidents
bullet Absenteeism
bullet Violent Behavior
bullet Wage Attachments
bullet Drug Paraphernalia
bullet Trouble with the law
bullet High incidence of "Illness"
bullet Strange excuses for absences
bullet Friends hanging around work area
bullet Frequent requests for pay advance
bullet Unusual employee relations
bullet Complaints from Co-workers
bullet Borrowing money from co-workers
bullet Over reacts to criticism
bullet Withdrawal from peers
bullet Higher accident rate

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P.O. Box 781, 1302 N East Street, Alturas, California 96101

Phone: (530) 233-6606

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Last modified: 05/07/07

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