The following warning signs may indicate alcohol consumption.
- Sudden mood swings for no apparent reason
- Tendency to spend a lot of time alone, or locked in their room, excessive secrecy
- They are frequently late
- Unjustified absences from school and/or significant change in school performance
- Loss of interest in friends, sports, fun
- Decrease in appetite for food
- Low or bad mood
- Distraction for long periods of time
- Restless mood and fatigue
- Money disappears from your wallet or alcohol from your home
- Sudden loss of interest in appearance and personal hygiene
- Truancy from home and school
- Smell of alcohol
- Very frequent brushing of teeth
- If you are unsure, it is advisable to first talk to your child and investigate what is bothering them.
If you feel you cannot handle the matter on your own or if the situation persists, do not hesitate to ask for help.