PART 1 Presentation
Part I of the Substance Awareness & Prevention presentation focused on identifying the risks of substances. True or False?
True
TRUE OR FALSE?
Cigarettes and Vapes contain the same chemicals...
TRUE! Here are a few that are found in both:
Carcinogens- cancer causing chemicals
Benzene- found in car exhaust
Heavy Metals- Nickel, Tin, Lead
Diethylene Glycol- Toxic chemical used in antifreeze, linked to lung disease
Part II of the Substance Awareness & Prevention presentation did not teach ways to say "NO" to drugs. True or False?
False. Part II focused on teaching students what they can SAY or DO if they are ever in a situation where they are offered to try a substance.
What is one reason why an individual might use substances?
-Peer Pressure
-Boredom
-Personal Challenges
TRUE OR FALSE?
Some substances can be addictive...
FALSE!
ALL substances can be addictive. Not only do many substances have addictive ingredients, but they can also trick your brain into feeling the need to want more, causing addiction.
Share two ways you can say NO, when offered to try a substance. Hint: Quick responses
"No, I don't use."
“No, that stuff will mess you up.”
"No thanks, I’m good."
"No, I'm trying to cut back."
"Nah, It's bad for my health."
How can substances impact your physical health?
-Substances cause health risks & affect brain functioning.
( It can alter brain development, increase heart rate, increase blood pressure, and affect lungs.
TRUE OF FALSE?
Children and teens who use alcohol and drugs are more likely to have a substance use disorder as adults.
TRUE!
According to a report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 74 percent of adults participating in a substance abuse treatment program started using alcohol or drugs before the age of 17.
Furthermore, those who began using at 11 years old or younger were more likely to have multiple addictions, as compared to those who did not use drugs or alcohol until they were 25 or older.
What are 3 examples of harmful substances?
How can substance use harm your relationships with others?
-Substances negatively affect a person's mood, emotions & personality.
(More irritable, easily triggered)
-Substances impact & strain relationships with loved ones.
TRUE OR FALSE?
Teen substance use is not deadly.
FALSE!
Nationwide, the drug overdose death rate has more than doubled during the past decade among people aged 12 to 25, according to the most recent Trust for America’s Health report. Young adults ages 19 to 25 are particularly at risk for a fatal overdose, the report said.
Furthermore, teen drug use can lead to fatal automobile accidents. A 2015 study found that half of the teen and young adult drivers who die in car crashes are using marijuana, alcohol, or both.
Why is it important to spread awareness of substance use and prevention?
-Awareness helps individuals make informed decisions, contributing to the prevention of substance abuse and its health burdens.
-Substance use can affect anyone, and awareness empowers individuals to make choices that prioritize their well-being.
What is the mission of the Red Ribbon Week Foundation?
“To lead and support our nation’s families and communities in nurturing the full potential of healthy, drug-free youth.”
TRUE OF FALSE?
(Explain your answer)
There is a clear link between depression and substance abuse...
TRUE!
Mental health professionals who work with teens observe the link between depression and substance abuse in teens on a daily basis.
Emotional vulnerability increases the likelihood of trying a variety of drugs in early adolescence.
In other words, individuals going through personal challenges are more likely to use substances as a negative coping strategy.
What is lacing and why is it dangerous?
Lacing is when two or more substances are mixed. This is extremely dangerous and can be deathly because you cannot see it and won't know if the substance is mixed with something else that is more fatal.