Terms and definitions
What is a "drug"?
A medicine or other substance which affects the brain and/or body when consumed.
All drugs affect your _____ and/or ________. They vary from person to person.
Brain/Mind
Body
What does "D" stand for?
Discuss
"Hold on to your NUTS". Give me an example of a "N.U.T."
Health
Grades
Spot on basketball team
Define "Resilience"
The ability to overcome or bounce back from a difficult situation.
Caffeine is an example of this type of drug. What is the classification name?
Stimulant
Paul has shown significant muscle growth in the past few months. He also seems to get irritated quickly. I suspect he is using this drug.
Steroids
At this step, I will list the pros and cons of each option I have. What step is this?
E - Evaluate
I started vaping because I think it is "normal". I see cool people on Tik Tok and Instagram vape all the time. I am influenced by ___________.
The media
True or False: Resilience is something you are born with. You are either resilient or not.
False. It can be developed and trained. You can become more resilient.
Explain the term "binge drinking".
Consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short time.
John was recently diagnosed with liver cancer. It is likely cause by the over consumption of this drug.
Alcohol
For what do you use the IDEAL model?
To help you make decisions.
If I stand tall, look someone in the eyes, and speak with confidence, I will demonstrate ___________.
Assertiveness (Being assertive)
"I am thankful for my beautiful garden. It brings me joy." This is an example of _____.
Being grateful
A person loses consciousness after consuming cocaine. This is an example of _______?
An overdose
Julie has a headache and is quite irritable this morning. She didn't have her morning coffee. She is showing signs of ______.
Withdrawal
"I am self-reflecting - I made a good decision. I had a lot of fun and I was able to save money." At what stage am I of the IDEAL model?
L - Learn
Describe 3 ways you can refuse someone who is pressuring you to smoke cannabis.
- Refusal skills ("no", give an excuse, walk away)
- Delay technique
- Negotiate
- Prepare and evaluate
"My physics class is hard, but I will find time to study and get better" This is an example of _____.
Positive self-talk
Why is it helpful to place someone who is overdosing in the recovery position?
Keep their airway open. If they vomit, it will come up of their mouth and not block their airway.
Define "Addiction"
Compulsive need to consume a product/action despite the negative consequences in one's life.
List all 5 steps of the IDEAL model.
Identify
Discuss
Evaluate
Act
Learn
What is the relationship between drugs and stress?
- It is a temporary fix; Stress may push someone to turn to drugs for quick relief; When monitored by a doctor, it can helpful; Drugs will lead to further problems, hence increasing the stress
Addicts need _________ to help them build resilience and stay on the path of recovery (ie. not using the drug)
support from others