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Signs may include: Persistent cough, chest pain, or shortness of breath Dilated pupils and frequent nosebleeds Extreme mood swings, paranoia, or anxiety Burnt spoons, glass pipes, or small rock-like crystals nearby Financial problems, secrecy, or withdrawal from family and friends Because smoking delivers such a fast and powerful high, these warning signs can escalate rapidly
Legal Precedents: A North Carolina Case In a recent federal case out of North Carolina, for example, a woman sued her employer for discrimination after she was fired for failing drug tests, which had tested "positive" for THC