Which behavior demonstrated by an adolescent should alert the school nurse to a problem of substance abuse?

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Deterioration of relationships with family members,irregular school attendance,low grades,rebellious or aggressive behavior,and excessive dependence on peer influence are behaviors that may indicate substance abuse.Feelings of worthlessness are suggestive of a depressive disorder.An adolescent with a substance abuse problem may be depressed,but this behavior is not a manifestation of substance abuse.The clinical manifestations of substance abuse are marked by an increase in antisocial behavior as the desire for social conformity decreases and the need for the substance increases.The adolescent with a substance abuse problem may demonstrate an excessive dependence on peer influence.

Which Behavior Demonstrated by an Adolescent Should Alert the School