Talk to Your Teen About the Danger of Inhalants
Common household products, such as paint, nail polish remover and sprays (hair spray, cooking spray, air fresheners, etc.) can be inhaled to achieve a "high." Teens often use these inhalants because they’re not illegal, they're easy to abuse and they're cheap. They can also be deadly.
Inhalants can kill suddenly—whether the user is a first-time user or an addict. They can also cause brain damage, memory loss and other problems.
Here are some signs of inhalant abuse: