In Kazakhstan, nearly 70% of drug-addicted individuals are teenagers and young people under 25 years old. According to statistics, many children first try illegal substances at the age of 14.

Groups of Substances Tested:

• Detection of mephedrone, amphetamine, and their derivatives
• Detection of benzodiazepines and their derivatives: Alprazolam, Bromazepam, and others
• Detection of opiates and their derivatives: Acetylcodeine, Codeine, Morphine, and others
• Detection of cannabinoids: marijuana, "grass"
• Detection of cocaine and its metabolites: Cocaine
• Screening for narcotic, psychoactive and other substances

The need for protection and supervision does not only concern young children, as we often think. Teenagers require close attention from adults because they are more vulnerable and seek freedom. Often, they do not realize that their health and lives are at risk, or they are afraid to seek help from their parents in difficult situations.

Every teenager is at risk of developing an addiction. Unfortunately, even those children who have trusting relationships with their parents may find themselves in low company. 

Drug Addiction Signs:

• Unexplained lethargy or hyperactivity
• Changes in writing style and communication
• Pale skin or, on the contrary, redness
• Mood swings
• Changes in appetite: either loss of appetite or a sudden increase
• Sleep problems: insomnia or, conversely, sleeping for more than 10–12 hours

It is important to understand that in the guise of hormonal changes, psychosis, neurosis, prolonged anemia, bulimia, anorexia, or vitamin deficiencies, drug and illegal substance use may be hidden.

To confirm or rule out suspected drug use by your child, laboratory diagnostics are necessary. At OLYMP CDL, you can undergo a specialized, comprehensive urine test. It has high sensitivity to various narcotic substances and psychoactive drugs and can detect traces even several days after use.

By using the diagnostic capabilities at OLYMP CDL, you can promptly identify the problem and take the necessary measures to protect your child’s health.