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I have found bic pens taken apart in my teenage sons room - with one end of the empty tube burnt.\r
I have also found weed and pipes to smoke that - but can't understand what these pens are being used for.
Please help!!!
Thank you sooooooo much for your time!
Shannon A Concerned Mom
Hi Shannon,
Hard to say what he's doing with those pens. It could be he's using them as crude pipes to smoke "roaches", the small remainder of a marijuana joint. Seems he's lighting up something at the end of the pen that's scorched.
Whatever the case, seems he's using some sort of substance. Look for other signs of use, and any changes in his lifestyle, interests, friends, grades, etc. If necessary, you can confront him about what he's doing, telling him your suspicions. His response will probably tell you a lot.
Thanks for your question,
Peter
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Peter L.
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I am available to answer any questions about substance use, abuse, and dependence. I can also offer perspective on treatment options and how to motivate someone to get help. I have over 27 years of experience as a substance abuse treatment professional, working with adolescents and adults in a variety of treatment settings. I feel I can answer just about any question in this topic area but can also access reference sources, or direct you to these for additional information gathering or education on your own.
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I am a professional addictions counselor working in a very highly respected treatment center, as well as having a private practice in two states.
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Masters Degree in Behavioral Science
Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor in three states. Also an Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor
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