Parent-Wise: Symptom Checker

Checklist

I have noticed changes or have concerns about my teen in the following areas (select all that apply):

Appearance

Behavior

Communication

Emotions

Health

Thinking/Mind

Drug Paraphernalia

Relationships

Are you concerned about something related to your teen's clothing? (select all that apply):

Yes

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply):

Inappropriate clothing (dirty, immodest, wrong size, wrong season)

New clothes/phone/shoes, etc… (not purchased, received as gifts)

Overly sexual clothing

Wearing hoodies or long-sleeves in the summer

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply):

Accidental injuries; injuries with no explanation

New tattoo(s)

Self-harm (ex. cutting, scratching, burning)

Unexplainable bruises, cuts, etc…

Are you concerned about something related to: (select all that apply)

School attendance or academics?

Their activities?

Their physical behavior (for example, being jittery)?

Something else?

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Being truant/ditching school

Leaving the classroom often

Not wanting to attend school

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Becoming more secretive

Stopping activities they enjoy

A sudden change in activities

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Jittery behavior, inability to sit still

Lethargy

Moving in slow motion

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Things are missing or damaged without explanation

Being on high alert; extra sensitive to sounds or sudden movements

Breaking curfews

Change in behavior (ex. from outgoing to timid or from social to withdrawn)

Drug/alcohol use relapse

Impaired judgment; making bad decisions

Isolation from friends/family

Lack of motivation

Losing things

Shoplifting

Taking risks without considering possible outcomes

Have you noticed or are concerned about any of the following in your teen? (select all that apply)

Being nervous or angry when pressed for details about friends or activites

Being vague with details about activities or friends

Giving answers that sound "rehearsed"

Needing or asking for money

Lying about activities; not being where they say they will be

Using overly sexual conversation

Using language common to sex industry

Are you concerned about any of the following emotional changes or struggles in your teen? (select all that apply)

Angry outbursts

Apathy; not caring

Becoming clingy or regressive behavior (acting younger than they are)

Becoming more defensive

Depression

Difficulty controlling or processing emotions

Disconnecting, daydreaming

Distressed

Fear or worry

Feelings or guilt or shame

Feelings of dissatisfaction

Having a false sense of power, strength, or invicibility

Increased stress levels

Loneliness

Mood swings

Negative view of self; self-hatred

Paranoia

Restlessness

Signs of anxiety or panic

Suicidal thoughts

Temper tantrums

Are you concerned about something related to: (select all that apply)

Appetite?

Breathing?

Coordination?

Fatigue

Heart?

Vision, Eyes, or Head?

Stomach?

Weight?

Something else?

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Eating more, extra snaking, or increased appetite

A lack of appetite

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Breathing problems

Difficulty breathing

Slow breathing

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Slowed responses; delayed reaction time

Slurred speech

Temporary paralysis (inability to move or speak)

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Chronic fatigue

Difficulty sleeping; not staying asleep

General fatigue

Extreme fatigue

Falling asleep at unusual times

Inability to sleep; insomnia

Sleepiness or drowsiness

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Chest pain

Increased blood pressure

Increased heart rate

Looking flushed or hot

Low blood pressure

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Dizziness or feeling lightheaded

Headaches

Blurred or double vision

Dilated pupils

Eye lid movement; involuntary eye movements

Poor or clouded vision

Red eyes

Seeing or hearing things that aren't there

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Constipation

Nausea and/or vomiting

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Weight gain

Weight loss

Has your teen mentioned or have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Body numbness

Dehydration

Dry mouth; drinking more water

Frequent illnesses

Increased body temperature

Muscle spasms or weakness

Nose bleeds

Are you concerned about something related to your teen's academic performance?

Yes

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply):

Difficulty learning new things

A drop in academic performance/grades

Learning issues or memory gaps

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply):

Confusion

Difficulty concentrating

Difficulty following multi-step instructions

Difficulty organizing thoughts

Disorientation

Distraction

Forgetfulness

Hallucinations

Memory loss

Nightmares or terrors

Have you noticed or are concerned about any of the following in your teen? (select all that apply)

Drug paraphernalia

Marijuana edibles (pre-made items often come in packaging that is similar to traditional candy/cookie packaging)

Marijuana paraphernalia (butane torch or fuel canister, pans, dabbers - may look like dental tools), vape pen, globe, mesh screen, bong, pipe, heating pad, parchment paper, silicone containers)

Minty or fruity odors

New or unusual odors

Vaping devices (can look like USB flash drives or asthma inhalers)

Are you concerned about something related to: (select all that apply)

A change in their relationships?

A boyfriend or girlfriend's behavior?

Something else?

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

A new and older boy/girlfriend

A new boy/girlfriend

New friends

A sudden change in friends

Withdrawing from others; shutting down relationships

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Boy/girlfriend accuses teen of cheating

Boy/girlfriend decides on all activities or friendships

Boy/girlfriend is possessive or jealous

Have you noticed any of the following? (select all that apply)

Changing their behavior around boy/girlfriend

Defending unhealthy relationships or bad influences

Nervous around boy/girlfriend

Reporting to boy/girlfriend about what is happening when they aren't around

Results

Based on your answers, here are some things your teen might be dealing with.

Disclaimer: This Symptom Checker is not conclusive and should not be taken as medical or psychological advice or diagnosis. If you are concerned about the results of this test, please seek professional assistance and/or diagnosis for your teen.