Drug testing is quickly becoming the center of mainstream society. It’s no longer just for job seekers, athletes, and military personnel; it’s for students and more importantly your children. Drug use among teen has been a problem for decades. You remember the commercial, don’t you? “This is your brain. This is your brain on drugs. Any questions?” Now parents are school administrators alike are asking questions and getting answers.
Drug testing is becoming commonplace on high school campuses and detection devices are marketed directly toward worried parents. According to the Adolescent Substance Abuse Knowledge Base (ASK), drug use among teens is more prevalent than you think. 47.2% of students have used marijuana in their lifetime, 30.2% of students have been offered, sold, or given an illegal drug, and 32.2% of students drank alcohol (more than a few sips) before the age of 13. But your teen is safe, right? Your child is a model student and the only time they close their bedroom door is after they say goodnight. No parent should expect the worst of their children, but there are signs that point to what can be a serious problem.
The signs of drug use can range from dramatic to just a bit unusual. One red flag is a drastic drop in your child’s grades. If you child is an honor roll student and is suddenly bring home bad grades, you may want to start watching their behavior more closely. Mood changes can also be a sign of drug use. Teen and moody are thought of as synonymous, but crying outbursts and bouts of depression are not normal. Other signals are secretive behavior such as locking the bedroom door, unusual sleeping habits, and a sudden change in friends. If your teen is exhibiting any of these behaviors, you may want to have them tested for drugs.
Isn’t drug testing an invasion of my child’s privacy? What if my teen isn’t using drugs and withdraws from me even more? You have right to know what you’re dealing with and having your teen tested for drugs will let them know that you’re serious about their health and welfare. Where will you get them tested? Will they go willingly? Do any of these home tests really work? You can answer all of your questions with one solution – USA Mobile Drug Testing. They are the fastest growing, completely mobile drug testing company in the nation. They administer drug testing on-site whether it’s at a business or your home. Results are returned within 24 hours. In a radio interview with host Tim Doctor of Grand Rapids’ News Talk 1340 WJRW, local franchise owners Brandon and Corey Kantola address the issue of teen drug use. They urge parents to call them for more information on drug testing. They have no problem with coming to your home to perform a drug test. This is the same service you can expect from any USAMDT franchise across the country.
Don’t just ignore the problem. Your children are your most valuable possession. You need to let them know that you’re serious about their welfare and only want the best for their lives. Know the truth by giving them the test that can save their lives.
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