For parents and caregivers

Is My Child Addicted to Drugs?

Noticing something is wrong doesn't mean you're overreacting, and it doesn't mean you've failed as a parent. This isn't a test and there's no score. Answer honestly — nothing you select is saved or sent anywhere, and you can close this page at any time.

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GBAC’s own programs treat adults 18 and older. If your child is younger than that, our admissions team can still talk through what you’re seeing and help point you toward the right resources for their age — you don’t need to already know whether GBAC is the right fit to call.

This checklist draws on warning-sign research from Hazelden Betty Ford and SAMHSA’s guidance for families. It’s a starting point for your own judgment as a parent, not a diagnosis of your child — only a licensed clinician who’s actually met them can tell you that.

Sources

  1. Hazelden Betty Ford — Early warning signs of teen substance use
  2. SAMHSA — Talking with your child about alcohol and other drugs
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