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Drug Testing For Families
Drug Testing For Families
FOR FAMILIES
If you suspect your teen is using drugs, you do have the option to conduct a home drug test on your child. Below is information you should read which includes the signs and symptoms of a drug user as well as the various method of drug testing.
Signs & Symptoms of Drug Use
Physical* Stuffy nose, sniffles, nose bleeds, and cough* Bloodshot eyes, pupils dilated or constricted* Disrupted sleep patterns such as an inability to sleep, extreme wakefulness, sleeping or “crashing” for extended periods of time* Unusual appetite changes such as having the “munchies” or lack of appetite, causing extreme weight loss and anorexia* Moodiness, depression, anxiety, irritability, over sensitivity, or hostility * Personal appearance and hygiene decline; body odor similar to cat urine, teeth become dark and erosive, gums become bright red and swollen
* Lying, overreaction to mild criticism or simple requests, verbal or physical outbursts
* Withdrawal from family and family activities
* Change in or loss of interest in hobbies, sports, or other activities previously enjoyed
* Lack of motivation, enthusiasm, and energy OR the opposite, which includes hyperactivity, agitation, and compulsive obsessive behavior
* Prior responsibilities or chores not being addressed
* Change in values, ideals, beliefs
* No longer maintains old friendships, change in social group of friends, and unwillingness to new introduce friends
* Isolates self to his or her bedroom or private area of the house
* Callers refuse to identify themselves or hang up when an adult answers
* Unexplained absences from home
* Money, CDs, I Pods, gaming systems, or other vauable items disappear from the home
At School
* Noticeably poor concentration, attention space and decreased short-term memory
* Decreased motivation, lack of interest, and no longer participates in school activities
* Increased tardiness and decreased school attendance
* Lacking in class participation
* Falling asleep in class
* Declining personal hygiene
* Slow to respond, forgetful, slurs words
* Motor skills slow and sluggish OR hypervigilant/extreme wakefulness
* Increased behavior problems
* Grade average decreases dramatically
* Change in friends and social group
Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia * Capsules, pills or tablets, powder substance, crystal/rock substance* Cotton swabs, caps* Cigarette rolling papers or Zig-Zag brand tobacco rolling papers* Pipes, pipe fittings, small screens, razor blades, light bulbs, needles, rubber tunicate bands, lighters * Roach clips * Odor of tobacco, marijuana, ammonia, or cat urine in room, on person, or on clothing* Incense or room deodorizers * Eye drops (Visine), mouthwash, and/or gum always on hand
Signs and Symptoms of Specific Drug Use
Barbiturates (phenobarbital, amobarbital (Amytal) and secobarbital (Seconal) and benzodiazepines) and Benzodiazepines (diazepam (Valium), alprazolam (Xanax), lorazepam (Ativan), clonazepam (Klonopin) and chlordiazepoxide (Librium))
Drowsiness, slurred speech, decreased motor skills, memory impairment, confusion, slowed breathing and decreased blood pressure, dizziness, depression
Cocaine
Wakefulness, increased energy, sleeplessness, irritability, very talkative, loss of appetite, impaired thinking, confused, anxious, depressed, short tempered, panic attacks, suspiciousness, dilated pupils, restlessness, hallucinations, paranoia, decreased sexual drive.
Club Drugs (Ecstasy (MDMA), GHB, Rohypnol ("roofies" or “date rape drug”), and ketamine)Euphoria, decreased inhibitions, increased sense of sight, sound and taste, reduced motor skills and coordination, impaired judgment, memory problems or loss of memory, increased/decreased heart rate and blood pressure, drowsiness and loss of consciousness, high doses cause seizure, coma or death (with GHB and Rohypnol)
Depressants (tranquilizers and barbituates) Decreased inhibition, decreased heart rate, reduced motor skills and reflexes, lethargy, relaxed muscles, staggering gait, poor judgement, disorientation, slurred speech, possible cardiac arrest and death
LSD (Acid)Permanent mental changes in perception, dilated pupils, skin discoloration, high blood pressure, loss of coordination, rapid heart rate, tremors, false sense of power, euphoria, distortion of time and space, hallucinations, confusion, paranoia, nausea, vomiting, loss of control, anxiety, panic, helplessness, self destructive behavior, and flashbacks (a re-experience of the hallucinations) even years later
PCP
Sometimes violent or bizarre behavior, high risk for suicide, paranoia, fearfulness, anxiety, aggressive or withdrawn, skin flushing, sweating, dizziness, total numbness, impaired perceptions, hallucinations, euphoria, delusions, panic, loss of appetite, depression, aggressive, and possibly violent behavior
Heroin
Euphoria, dreamlike state, near sleep, sleeping for minutes or hours, cardiac arrest, and possibly death
Inhalants
Brief euphoria, giggling, dizziness, headaches, loss of consciousness, short-term memory loss, emotional instability, impairment of reasoning, slurred speech, loss of motor skills, eye flutter, tremors, hearing loss, loss of sense of smell, seizures and brain damage (irreversible or partially reversible), liver and kidney damage, and possibly death
Marijuana
Compulsive eating, bloodshot red eyes that are squinty (they may have trouble keeping them open), dry mouth, excessive and uncontrollable laughter, forgetfulness, short term memory loss, extreme lethargy, delayed motor skills, occasional paranoia, hallucinations, laziness, lack of motivation, stupidity, sickly sweet smell on body, hair, and clothes, and strong mood changes and behaviors when the person is "high"
Methamphetamine
Extreme wakefulness for days or even weeks at a time, sleeping or “crashing” for up to days at a time, loss of appetite, extreme weight loss and anorexia, pupils are dilated, obsessive compulsive behavior, talkative, depression, loss of control, nervousness, perfuse sweating which smells like cat urine, shaking or tremors, anxiety, deluded sense of power, paranoia, visual and auditory hallucinations, compulsive picking and/or scratching of skin, mental confusion, aggression, violence, dizziness, mood changes, blurred vision, agitation, euphoria, increased sexual drive
Narcotic painkillers (morphine, codeine, methadone and oxycodone (OxyContin))
Reduced sense of pain, sedation, depression, confusion, constipation, slowed breathing, possible cardiac arrest, and death
Methods of Drug Testing
There are various methods of drug testing. The most common include hair, urine and saliva analysis. The most common method is urine drug testing. When a drug test is performed, it will test to identify cocaine, methamphetamine, THC (marijuana), benzodiazepines, and opiates. This is also called a 5-panel test. Drug testing kits can be purchased at a local store, online, or performed by a professional. Below is a list of drug testing businesses in the Cheyenne Area and the services they provide:
**Please NOTE** their information is subject to change at any time. Contact the businesses for their most current costs and services.
Foundations Drug Testing
Address: 213 West 18th Street
Contact: Jim Nelson
Phone: 307.635.3783
Test: 5 panel testCost = Quotes annual figure, estimating ~$9.00 per test
Drug Testing Center of Cheyenne
Address: 205 West 18th Street
Contact: Robin
Phone: 307.635.3730
Test: 5 panel test, which includes cocaine, meth, THC, benzodiazepines, opiates
Cost = $15.00
Positive result sent to lab = $25 (additional to rapid test cost)
Drug & Alcohol Testing Services, Inc
Address: 202 East 18th Street, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Contact: Tom
Phone: 307.432.9888
Test: 5 panel test, which includes 5 classes of drugs (meth, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, THC, PCP, etc.)
Rapid test = $20.00
Positive result sent to lab = $20.00 (additional to rapid test cost)
Compliance Drug Screening Services
Address: 3415 Cheyenne Street
Phone: 307.638.2505
If you suspect your teen is using drugs, you do have the option to conduct a home drug test on your child. Below is information you should read which includes the signs and symptoms of a drug user as well as the various method of drug testing.
Signs & Symptoms of Drug Use
Physical* Stuffy nose, sniffles, nose bleeds, and cough* Bloodshot eyes, pupils dilated or constricted* Disrupted sleep patterns such as an inability to sleep, extreme wakefulness, sleeping or “crashing” for extended periods of time* Unusual appetite changes such as having the “munchies” or lack of appetite, causing extreme weight loss and anorexia* Moodiness, depression, anxiety, irritability, over sensitivity, or hostility * Personal appearance and hygiene decline; body odor similar to cat urine, teeth become dark and erosive, gums become bright red and swollen
* Tobacco or marijuana smell on person or clothes
* Lying, overreaction to mild criticism or simple requests, verbal or physical outbursts
* Withdrawal from family and family activities
* Change in or loss of interest in hobbies, sports, or other activities previously enjoyed
* Lack of motivation, enthusiasm, and energy OR the opposite, which includes hyperactivity, agitation, and compulsive obsessive behavior
* Prior responsibilities or chores not being addressed
* Change in values, ideals, beliefs
* No longer maintains old friendships, change in social group of friends, and unwillingness to new introduce friends
* Isolates self to his or her bedroom or private area of the house
* Callers refuse to identify themselves or hang up when an adult answers
* Unexplained absences from home
* Money, CDs, I Pods, gaming systems, or other vauable items disappear from the home
At School
* Noticeably poor concentration, attention space and decreased short-term memory
* Decreased motivation, lack of interest, and no longer participates in school activities
* Increased tardiness and decreased school attendance
* Lacking in class participation
* Falling asleep in class
* Declining personal hygiene
* Slow to respond, forgetful, slurs words
* Motor skills slow and sluggish OR hypervigilant/extreme wakefulness
* Increased behavior problems
* Grade average decreases dramatically
* Change in friends and social group
Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia * Capsules, pills or tablets, powder substance, crystal/rock substance* Cotton swabs, caps* Cigarette rolling papers or Zig-Zag brand tobacco rolling papers* Pipes, pipe fittings, small screens, razor blades, light bulbs, needles, rubber tunicate bands, lighters * Roach clips * Odor of tobacco, marijuana, ammonia, or cat urine in room, on person, or on clothing* Incense or room deodorizers * Eye drops (Visine), mouthwash, and/or gum always on hand
Signs and Symptoms of Specific Drug Use
Barbiturates (phenobarbital, amobarbital (Amytal) and secobarbital (Seconal) and benzodiazepines) and Benzodiazepines (diazepam (Valium), alprazolam (Xanax), lorazepam (Ativan), clonazepam (Klonopin) and chlordiazepoxide (Librium))
Drowsiness, slurred speech, decreased motor skills, memory impairment, confusion, slowed breathing and decreased blood pressure, dizziness, depression
Cocaine
Wakefulness, increased energy, sleeplessness, irritability, very talkative, loss of appetite, impaired thinking, confused, anxious, depressed, short tempered, panic attacks, suspiciousness, dilated pupils, restlessness, hallucinations, paranoia, decreased sexual drive.
Club Drugs (Ecstasy (MDMA), GHB, Rohypnol ("roofies" or “date rape drug”), and ketamine)Euphoria, decreased inhibitions, increased sense of sight, sound and taste, reduced motor skills and coordination, impaired judgment, memory problems or loss of memory, increased/decreased heart rate and blood pressure, drowsiness and loss of consciousness, high doses cause seizure, coma or death (with GHB and Rohypnol)
Depressants (tranquilizers and barbituates) Decreased inhibition, decreased heart rate, reduced motor skills and reflexes, lethargy, relaxed muscles, staggering gait, poor judgement, disorientation, slurred speech, possible cardiac arrest and death
LSD (Acid)Permanent mental changes in perception, dilated pupils, skin discoloration, high blood pressure, loss of coordination, rapid heart rate, tremors, false sense of power, euphoria, distortion of time and space, hallucinations, confusion, paranoia, nausea, vomiting, loss of control, anxiety, panic, helplessness, self destructive behavior, and flashbacks (a re-experience of the hallucinations) even years later
PCP
Sometimes violent or bizarre behavior, high risk for suicide, paranoia, fearfulness, anxiety, aggressive or withdrawn, skin flushing, sweating, dizziness, total numbness, impaired perceptions, hallucinations, euphoria, delusions, panic, loss of appetite, depression, aggressive, and possibly violent behavior
Heroin
Euphoria, dreamlike state, near sleep, sleeping for minutes or hours, cardiac arrest, and possibly death
Inhalants
Brief euphoria, giggling, dizziness, headaches, loss of consciousness, short-term memory loss, emotional instability, impairment of reasoning, slurred speech, loss of motor skills, eye flutter, tremors, hearing loss, loss of sense of smell, seizures and brain damage (irreversible or partially reversible), liver and kidney damage, and possibly death
Marijuana
Compulsive eating, bloodshot red eyes that are squinty (they may have trouble keeping them open), dry mouth, excessive and uncontrollable laughter, forgetfulness, short term memory loss, extreme lethargy, delayed motor skills, occasional paranoia, hallucinations, laziness, lack of motivation, stupidity, sickly sweet smell on body, hair, and clothes, and strong mood changes and behaviors when the person is "high"
Methamphetamine
Extreme wakefulness for days or even weeks at a time, sleeping or “crashing” for up to days at a time, loss of appetite, extreme weight loss and anorexia, pupils are dilated, obsessive compulsive behavior, talkative, depression, loss of control, nervousness, perfuse sweating which smells like cat urine, shaking or tremors, anxiety, deluded sense of power, paranoia, visual and auditory hallucinations, compulsive picking and/or scratching of skin, mental confusion, aggression, violence, dizziness, mood changes, blurred vision, agitation, euphoria, increased sexual drive
Narcotic painkillers (morphine, codeine, methadone and oxycodone (OxyContin))
Reduced sense of pain, sedation, depression, confusion, constipation, slowed breathing, possible cardiac arrest, and death
Methods of Drug Testing
There are various methods of drug testing. The most common include hair, urine and saliva analysis. The most common method is urine drug testing. When a drug test is performed, it will test to identify cocaine, methamphetamine, THC (marijuana), benzodiazepines, and opiates. This is also called a 5-panel test. Drug testing kits can be purchased at a local store, online, or performed by a professional. Below is a list of drug testing businesses in the Cheyenne Area and the services they provide:
**Please NOTE** their information is subject to change at any time. Contact the businesses for their most current costs and services.
Foundations Drug Testing
Address: 213 West 18th Street
Contact: Jim Nelson
Phone: 307.635.3783
Test: 5 panel testCost = Quotes annual figure, estimating ~$9.00 per test
Drug Testing Center of Cheyenne
Address: 205 West 18th Street
Contact: Robin
Phone: 307.635.3730
Test: 5 panel test, which includes cocaine, meth, THC, benzodiazepines, opiates
Cost = $15.00
Positive result sent to lab = $25 (additional to rapid test cost)
Drug & Alcohol Testing Services, Inc
Address: 202 East 18th Street, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Contact: Tom
Phone: 307.432.9888
Test: 5 panel test, which includes 5 classes of drugs (meth, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, THC, PCP, etc.)
Rapid test = $20.00
Positive result sent to lab = $20.00 (additional to rapid test cost)
Compliance Drug Screening Services
Address: 3415 Cheyenne Street
Phone: 307.638.2505