The Muskego Police Department gave a drug awareness presentation for parents and they had a few very interesting tidbits about recognizing drug abuse in their young'ns--its worth reading about. After you read this, click through and read all their other insights.   Drug Presentation has Muskego Parents Organizing to Prevent Abuse - Muskego, WI Patch : "Likewise he told parents that a sudden increase in apple consumption can be an indication of marijuana use. "Kids use 'apple bongs' to smoke the drug, but it also helps mask the smell, and if they need to get rid of it in a hurry, they can just throw the apple in their garbage, or of course eat it," he added" 'via Blog this'

Although I support a well run boot camp for kids, some think they are too strict--even abusive. It's always best to read about both sides--this is the other side and they make some good points. I still would consider it because many times kids need a firm hand and clear guidance and not coddling. Teen Addicts | INTERVENE: A Community for Parents : "We suggest that if you are seriously considering a boot camp or wilderness program, you check with the Better Business Bureau for any complaints against the program. You should also call the program and ask a lot of questions, including: 1) What specific substance abuse and mental health licensing and accreditation does the program have? (If the providers are not licensed, do NOT send your child to the program.) 2) Has a child in the care of the program ever died, and if so, why? 3) What specific training (particularly survival skills training for outdoor programs) do the counselors have? 4) Have there have been any complaints o