ADDICTION
Define addiction.
A dependence on a substance or behaviour that is difficult to stop despite negative consequences.
Define peer pressure.
Peer pressure is when someone feels influenced by others to act a certain way, even if they are unsure or uncomfortable.
Define harm minimisation.
Harm minimisation means making choices that reduce risk and help keep yourself and others safer.
How many grams of alcohol are in one Australian standard drink?
10 grams.
Responsibility
Personal Best
Identify one sign that someone may be developing an addiction.
Changes in behaviour, mood swings, secrecy, withdrawal from others, needing more of the substance, or loss of control, itching of skin, tiredness, increased heart rate
Give one example of what peer pressure sounds like.
"Just do it"
"It'll be fun"
"Don't be soft"
"Don't be so boring"
Name one harm minimisation strategy related to alcohol.
Having a designated driver, limiting drinks, eating before drinking, staying hydrated or staying with trusted friends.
Name one short-term effect of vaping or alcohol use.
Dizziness, poor judgement, nausea, coughing, slower reaction times or reduced coordination.
How much is a parmi panini from the canteen?
$7.50
Describe the difference between physical, social and emotional impacts of addiction.
Physical = affects the body.
Social = affects relationships and school life.
Emotional = affects feelings and mental health.
Explain how peer pressure can influence decision-making.
People may change their behaviour to fit in, gain approval or avoid rejection, even if the decision is unsafe.
Explain why harm minimisation is important in reducing risky behaviours.
It helps reduce injuries, illness, unsafe situations and long-term harm.
Guess the drug: “This drug slows down the central nervous system…and is can come in multiple flavours or mixtures"
Alcohol (Depressant).
How old did Miss Milton recently turn?
27
Why might teenagers be more vulnerable to addiction involving alcohol, vaping or drugs?
Teenagers may be influenced by peers, curiosity, stress, risk-taking, and developing decision-making skills.
Why can teenagers find it difficult to say no to risky behaviours in social situations?
Fear of exclusion, wanting acceptance, low confidence, curiosity, social pressure and wanting to fit in.
Compare the difference between avoiding harm completely and reducing harm.
Avoiding harm means not engaging in the risky behaviour at all, while reducing harm means making the behaviour safer if it occurs.
Explain why mixing alcohol with other drugs increases risk and danger.
It can increase overdose risk, poor judgement, unconsciousness, unsafe behaviour and damage to the body.
What PE teacher recently had a baby?
Scenario: A teenager starts vaping socially, then feels anxious without it and begins using it daily. Explain how this could show addiction and identify two possible impacts.
It shows addiction because they are relying on vaping and struggling without it. Impacts may include nicotine dependence, anxiety, health issues, reduced concentration, secrecy or conflict with family.
Luca is at a party when his friends begin vaping and drinking alcohol. They tell him, “Stop being boring, everyone is doing it.” Luca feels pressured because he does not want to be left out or judged by the group.
He feels pressured because he wants to fit in.
Giving in could harm his health or lead to risky behaviour.
He could say “No” and walk away or stay with supportive friends.
You walk into a room at a party and notice:
One strategy to keep yourself safe
One strategy to help another person
One strategy to reduce further harm at the party
Keep away from the vaping and alcohol to stay safe and avoid risky behaviour.
Check on the unwell person and get help from a trusted adult because they may need medical attention.
Stop people pressuring others and encourage safe choices to reduce further harm.
Guess the drug: This drug is a stimulant that can make a person feel extremely energetic, confident and alert. It can increase heart rate and risky behaviour, and long-term use can lead to addiction and mental health problems.
Methamphetamine or cocaine. Short-term impacts include increased energy, confidence and heart rate. Long-term impacts include addiction, anxiety, heart problems and mental health issues.
Name every planet in the solar system in order.
Sun Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune