Why do teens use substances?
A reason teens might use substances to deal with difficult feelings
What is to cope with stress, emotions, or trauma?
Name one mental health effect of substance use
What are anxiety, depression, or psychosis?
what percentage of high school students think alcohol is easy to access: 29%, 49%, or 69%?
69%
What online platforms can make substance use seem fun or acceptable to teens?
What is social media?
What should adults do to help teens understand the risks of drugs?
Talk openly about drugs and their negative effects.
A type of pressure might make teens use substances to fit in with friends
What is peer pressure?
Name one physical health problem associated with substance use from the slideshow.
What are asthma, stroke, oral cancers, or reproductive issues?
What percentage of students think cannabis is easy to access: 49%, 28% or 3%?
49%
What two types of entertainment often show characters drinking or using drugs?
What are movies and TV shows?
What is one way schools can help prevent teen substance use?
Educate teens early and provide accurate information.
What might teens think when they see their parents or other adults using substances
That substance use is normal.
What can substance use do to a teen's memory and ability to learn?
It can cause memory problems and learning difficulties.
What percentage of students believe there is little to no risk in using prescription drugs to get high: 14%, 89%, or 5%?
14%
What form of entertainment often includes references to alcohol and drugs in its lyrics?
What is music?
Who can a teen talk to if they are struggling with substance use?
A therapist, counsellor, or trusted adult.
What might someone hope to experience when using substances for their effects?
feeling good or euphoric?
Name one dangerous situation that can result from substance use besides health problems.
What are car accidents, assault, or legal troubles?
At approximately what age did students report having their first alcoholic drink?
What is 13 years old?
How can movies and TV shows make substance use seem harmless?
By showing few or no negative consequences.
What Canadian support service can teens call
Kids Help Phone
What is the term for trying a substance just to see what it feels like?
What is experimentation/curiosity?
Name one possible consequence of substance use that could affect a teen's future opportunities or relationships.
What are damaged relationships or lost academic opportunities?
Name one reason students mainly use opioids
relieve physical pain, fall asleep, or numb themselves
In How I Met Your Mother, what type of place do the characters frequently visit, making drinking seem like a normal part of social life?
What is a pub or bar?
Name one place or service where someone struggling with addiction can seek support or treatment.
What are rehabilitation facilities, anonymous support groups, or addiction helplines?