GENERAL
What percent of new drug users are under the age of 18?
Half
What can addictive substances do to you?
Create a severe lack of sleep
Created a sedentary lifestyle.
What is it used as and what are some of its characteristics? (List 2 characteristics)
It is used as a recreational drug and widely used. It is highly addictive and hard to continue.
What can you do to prepare for people who pressure you to do drugs?
Have a plan in place so you are ready.
What percent of new drug users are under the age of 18?
Half
What are the biological reasons for teens being more likely to do things with their friends than by themselves? Why is this bad?
The reward system of the brain is more sensitive to compliments and pressure around friends. This is bad because it makes peer pressure more effective and makes it more likely you will do drugs.
What are some examples of Nicotine use? (List all)
Tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, vape pens aka e-cigarettes
What 4 things can you say to peer pressure?
Say no thanks.
Give a reason.
Suggest an alternative.
Leave if still pressured.