Illicit drugs & alcohol
Identify one short-term effect of alcohol on the body.
Slurred speech, impaired coordination, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision.
What does the term consent mean?
Freely agreeing to something; giving permission; can be withdrawn at any time.
What is conception?
The fertilisation of an egg by a sperm, leading to the start of a pregnancy.
Identify one method of contraception that prevents pregnancy.
Examples: condoms, birth control pill, implant, IUD, diaphragm.
Explain why the legal drinking age in Australia is set at 18.
To protect young people from harm; their brains and bodies are still developing; reduces risk of accidents, injury, and long-term health problems.
Give one example of respectful online behaviour and one example of disrespectful behaviour.
Respectful: asking before tagging, sharing positive messages, reporting harmful content.
Disrespectful: sending mean messages, sharing private images without permission, excluding someone online.
Explain the difference between conception and contraception.
Conception: when fertilisation occurs.
Contraception: methods used to prevent pregnancy.
Explain how condoms help protect against both pregnancy and STIs.
Physical barrier prevents sperm from reaching egg; also blocks transmission of bodily fluids that carry infections.
Outline two long-term effects of illicit drug use and explain how these can impact a person’s future.
Examples: addiction, lung or liver damage, mental health problems, memory issues.
Impact: difficulty at school or work, strained relationships, legal problems, ongoing health issues.
Explain why it is important for a person to be able to change their mind about sexual activity, even if they previously agreed.
Everyone has the right to feel safe and comfortable; circumstances or feelings may change; consent must always be voluntary.
Describe two reasons why some teenagers may feel pressured into becoming sexually active.
Peer pressure, influence of social media, romantic pressure, curiosity, wanting to fit in.
Outline two contraceptive methods and explain how each works differently.
Examples:
Pill: hormonal, prevents ovulation.
Condom: barrier, prevents sperm reaching egg.
IUD: hormonal or copper, prevents fertilisation or implantation.
Scenario – You’re at a music festival and someone offers you a “safe pill.” Explain two risks of accepting it and one refusal strategy.
Risks: overdose, dangerous interactions with other substances, legal consequences, impaired judgement.
Refusal strategy: firmly say no; walk away; suggest an alternative activity; enlist a friend for support.
Scenario – A student shares an embarrassing video of a peer in a group chat. Identify two consequences and why reporting is important.
Consequences: school disciplinary action, loss of trust/friends, legal consequences for bullying.
Importance of reporting: protects the victim, stops harmful behaviour, ensures accountability.
Scenario – Two teens considering sexual activity. Explain shared responsibility and list one service for advice.
Shared responsibility: both people are responsible for preventing pregnancy and protecting against STIs.
Service example: local sexual health clinic, Family Planning Victoria, Kids Helpline, doctor/GP.
Scenario – Couple relying on withdrawal method. Critique effectiveness and suggest safer alternative.
Critique: high risk of failure, does not protect against STIs, relies on perfect timing.
Safer alternative: condom, pill, IUD, implant, dual protection (condom + hormonal).