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Warning Signs for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse in the Home
- Morning tardiness (especially Monday mornings)
- Absences, Poor attendance
- Improper clothing for the weather
- Consistent concern with getting home at end of day
- Strong avoidance of conflicts
- Isolation
- Regression: thumbsucking, infantile behavior with peers
- Frequent physical complaints (especially stomachaches, headaches)
- Fatigue in class.
- Inability to concentrate
- Sudden emotional changes (outbursts, tantrums, "mood swings") especially Mondays and Fridays
- Exaggerated concern with achievement and pleasing teacher/principal for children already at head of class
- Extreme fear about situations involving parents
- Preoccupation with siblings and their safety
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