So you think someone you know or love may be using drugs. You see all the signs and symptoms [see my page on that topic], but you haven't noticed anything else out of the ordinary. Maybe you have but haven't realized what you're seeing. Your children or other family members may have some new possessions that, seen alone, may seem quite ordinary. Even if you may have your doubts, the person may have some reasonable explanations why they have something. They have some razor blades for their razor ... seems logical only if the person is old enough to shave and actually has a razor with blades which can be replaced. They have some assorted little clips they use to work on their crafts or hobbies ... seems logical only if they produce something related to those interest. Some items are more clearly identified as drug paraphernalia, such as syringes and needles.
     I don't want anyone jumping to the conclusion someone is using drugs because you find some stray, unexplained items laying around the house. However, if these things are present along with the signs and symptoms of drug use, there may be a reason to be concerned. Each item could be a part of a larger "drug kit" [pictured below].

     Please remember, illegal drugs are not the only drugs being abused. If someone is taking larger doses of prescribed medications than ordered by the doctor, there could be an abuse problem. Another indication of prescription abuse is if you notice your prescription is being used at a faster rate then you alone are taking the medicine. Finding cans of spray paint and/or small bottles of paint thinner, household cleaners, and other solvents in areas they don't belong or aren't being used for a specific task or project can be an indication of "huffing". The fumes from these substances can cause effects similar to those produced by illegal drugs.