Hi, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 2 National Value Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about Drugs. Today, we’re going to learn about Drug Abuse.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Describe what drug abuse is and list common examples of drugs.
- Show understanding of the harmful effects of abusing drugs.
- Discuss with peers why it is important to stay away from drugs.
Meaning of Drug Abuse
Drug abuse means using drugs in a way they shouldn’t be used. This includes taking too much medicine, using someone else’s medicine, or using drugs just to feel good without a doctor’s permission. It’s important to stay away from drugs unless they are given to you by a doctor or your parents.
Some of the common examples of drugs include:
- Prescription medications taken without a doctor’s order
- Illegal substances like marijuana, cocaine, and heroin
- Over-the-counter medications taken in excessive amounts
Harmful Effects of Drug Abuse
Drug abuse can have serious consequences for your health and well-being. Some of the harmful effects of drug abuse include:
- Addiction: Drugs can be addictive, meaning you can’t stop using them even if you want to.
- Physical health problems: Drug abuse can damage your organs, like your heart, lungs, and brain.
- Mental health problems: Drug abuse can lead to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
- Social problems: Drug abuse can damage your relationships with family and friends.
Refusal Skills
It’s important to learn how to say no to drugs if someone offers them to you. Here are some tips for refusing drugs:
- Be assertive: Stand your ground and say “no” clearly and firmly.
- Give a reason: Explain why you don’t want to use drugs, such as “I don’t want to get into trouble” or “I want to stay healthy.”
- Walk away: If someone keeps pressuring you, walk away and find a trusted adult.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about drug abuse, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is drug abuse?
- What are some examples of drugs that people commonly abuse?
- Why is it important to stay away from drugs?
- What are some refusal skills you can use if someone offers you drugs?
- How can you help a friend who is struggling with drug abuse?
Conclusions or Summary
Remember, drug abuse is harmful and can have serious consequences. It’s important to stay away from drugs and to learn how to say no if someone offers them to you. If you have any questions about drugs or drug abuse, talk to a trusted adult, like your parents or a teacher.
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