Refusal Skills
What does it mean to find 'power in numbers'?
To be able to stand up against peer pressure with the help of others. 'We' can be stronger than 'I' when refusing.
What do we use the DECIDE model for?
Making decisions (in our case: related to our health)
List 2 things that make a resource valid and reliable?
current, credible, supported, you can find the author, no pop ups, clear images, citations, etc..
Names at least 3 LEGAL drugs
Alcohol, nicotine (cigarettes), tobacco, opioids, caffeine, marijuana (sometimes)
Name 1 physical change that an adolescent might go through during puberty
voice changes, grows taller, grows hair on different parts of the body, acne, menstrual cycle (F), sweat gland become more active, etc...
How can you use humor to refuse something?
By making a joke about the situation, it can take attention away from you while also lightening the mood.
What does the first "E" stand for in the Model?
Examine your options
What does the "A" stand for in the ACCESS model
is it Accurate?
What addictive chemical is found in vapes or electronic cigarettes
Nicotine
Name 2 emotional changes an adolescent might go through during puberty
Having sexual thoughts, mood swings, care about friends more than family, concerned about looks, want more independence
provide an example for suggesting an alternate activity when trying to refuse drug or alcohol
Let's go to the movies instead
You want to come to my house instead and play the new Play Station game I just got?
You want to go shoot some hoops?
Give an example of when you should use the DECIDE model
going to a party, choosing what to wear in the morning, deciding what to eat for breakfast, choosing whether or not to refuse a drug, etc
Name at least 2 possible consequences a middle school student might face if they were to use a non-reliable source.
Get the wrong information, could create a virus, make the wrong decision based on the info, give someone else the wrong information.
True or False
Illegal drugs come with a warning label telling you the risks and side effects of the drug
False!
This is why you created your own drug warning labels!
What is the scientific term for a "period"?
The Menstrual Cycle
True or False?
You can't just say 'no' without an explanation
False!
Its not wrong.You don't need to explain yourself to others. NO means NO
What does the "C" stand for in the model?
Consider the consequences
What does the last "S" stand for in the ACCESS Model?
it is Supported?
What is the average age children start experimenting with drugs?
13
What is the average age range when females start to develop physical changes during puberty? What is the age range for Male?
Female 8-12
Male 10-15
List 1 of the 10 refusal skills that were presented in class? (one that hasn't been said already)
Thanks, but no thanks
Ignore the situation
Repeat yourself
Give an Excuse
What is the skill we learned that goes along with the DECIDE model?
Decision making
List the 4 Quick Tips to follow when you are looking for a reliable source
1. URL: .org, .gov, .edu
2. Current (last 5 years)
3. Fact or Opinion?
4. Click Restraint
What is the most commonly used addictive drug?
Alcohol
(According the American Addiction Center)
Name the 3 Stages of Development
Childhood, adolescence, adulthood