Download File

Substance Use, Addictions and
Related Behaviours
Grade 7
Overview of Unit
Lesson 1- Addictions and Review of Drugs Slides 1- 32
Lesson 2 – Slides 32-47
Lesson 3 – What is Mental Illness and Where do I get help?
Slides 48 -63
Lesson 4 – Cost of drugs to society 67-79
Lesson 5 – Body Image and Substance Abuse 80 - 85
Lesson 6 – Assignment 100-86
Worksheets in word and an alternate assignment with rubric
Why Should we Care about Drugs/Addictions
Addictions – What are they?
REVIEW
• What are drugs. With your groups, brain storm for 2 min
and compile a list of drugs both legal and non-legal.
• Also in your groups brainstorm and come up with a
definition on what is an addiction?
Video games and addictions
Drugs are addictive – but don’t take me
word for it
Anti-smoking
You probably know someone
who has been affected by
drugs, directly or indirectly.
The most commonly used—and
abused—drug in the US is alcohol.
Alcohol-related motor accidents are
the second leading cause of teen death
in the United States.
The most commonly used
illegal drug is Marijuana.
According to the United
Nations 2008 World Drug
Report, about 3.9% of the
world’s population between
the ages of 15 and 64 abuse
marijuana.
Young people today are exposed earlier
than ever to drugs.
Based on a survey by the Centers for
Disease Control in 2007, 45% of high
school students nationwide drank
alcohol and 19.7% smoked pot during a
one-month period.
You probably know someone
who has been affected by
drugs, directly or indirectly.
People take drugs because
they want to change
something about their lives.
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To fit in
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To escape or relax
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To relieve boredom
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To seem grown up
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To rebel
Here are some of the reasons young
people have given for taking drugs:
To experiment
They think drugs are a
solution. But eventually, the
drugs become the problem.
A small amount acts as a stimulant
(speeds you up).
A greater amount acts as a
sedative (slows you down).
An even larger amount poisons
and can kill.
But many drugs have another liability:
they directly affect the mind.
They can distort the user’s perception of
what is happening around him or her.
As a result, the person’s actions may be
odd, irrational, inappropriate and even
destructive.
Drugs block off all sensations, the
desirable ones with the unwanted.
So, while providing short-term help in
the relief of pain, they also wipe out
ability and alertness and muddy one’s
thinking.
Someone who is sad might use drugs to
get a feeling of happiness, but it does
not work.
Drugs can lift a person into a fake kind of
cheerfulness, but when the drug wears
off, he or she crashes even lower than
before.
And each time, the emotional plunge is
lower and lower.
Eventually, drugs will completely destroy
all the creativity a person has.
They think drugs are a solution.
But eventually, the drugs become
the problem.
PSA on Heroin
Party All Night On Coke – PSA Anti drug
This is
what
happen
when you
do drugs
37% of 8th grade
females commit
suicide.
The rate of
teenage drug
abuse.
Ways that prevents drug abuse
Lack of Discipline
Lack of Respect
Lack of Self-Control
10.8 million underage
drinkers are turning to their
parent
1 in6 teens who drink got
their alcohol from a parent
or guardian
This is what happens when you hallucinate
Teenage drug
abuse effects
everybody around
you
The last slide relates to a web site in which is a
research-based messaging campaign—which
graphically portrays the ravages of Meth use
through television, radio, billboards, and Internet
ads—has gained nationwide attention for its
uncompromising approach and demonstrated
impact. The campaign's core message, "Not Even
Once®," speaks directly to the highly ADDICTIVE
nature of Meth
• http://www.notevenonce.com/http://www.notevenonce.com
What is Mental Illness??
Mental illness refers to problems of the brain and
mind that cause severe, and unusual changes or
problems in:
• feelings;
• behaviours;
• senses (e.g. hearing and seeing and
sensations)
• thoughts;
• understanding of events;
• ability to relate to other people.
We all have times when we feel
depressed or sad, or more active and
excited than usual, or have trouble
concentrating, or talk out loud to
ourselves, or get a thought in our
minds and can’t get rid of it.
Those things are normal in human
beings. But when a person is mentally
ill, these kinds of feelings and thoughts
and behaviours are very much more
extreme and unusual.
Examples of
Mental Illnesses:
Depression: What is it?
Depression is a mental health condition
which affects a person's thinking, energy,
feelings and behaviour.
It can vary from mild to severe and can
prove disabling in some cases, impacting
on the individual's family and work life. It
is possible to minimise the impact of
depression by accessing information and
support, and by finding ways to manage
the condition
Anxiety disorders are a group of
disorders which affect behaviour,
thoughts, emotions and physical health.
Research into their origins continues, but it is
believed they are caused by a combination of
biological factors and an individuals personal
circumstances, much like other health problems,
such as heart disease or diabetes.
It is common for people to suffer from more than
one anxiety disorder; and for an anxiety disorder
to be accompanied by depression, eating
disorders or substance abuse.
Depression
Mood disorders affect about 10% of the population. Everyone
experiences "highs" and "lows" in life, but people with mood disorders
experience them with greater intensity and for longer periods of time than
most people.
Depression is the most common mood disorder; a person with depression
feels "very low." Symptoms may include: feelings of hopelessness,
changes in eating patterns, disturbed sleep, constant tiredness, an
inability to have fun, and thoughts of death or suicide.
People with manic depression have periods of depression and periods of
feeling unusually "high" or elated. The "highs" get out of hand, and the
manic person can behave in a reckless manner, sometimes to the point of
financial ruin or getting in trouble with the law.
Bipolar Disorder
People with bipolar disorder, or manic depressive
disorder, experience alternating mood swings,
from emotional highs (mania) to lows
(depression). The condition can range from mild
to severe.
It is not known what causes bipolar disorder.
Research suggests that people with the condition
have a genetic disposition. It tends to run in
families. Drug abuse and stressful or traumatic
events may contribute to or trigger episodes.
Anxiety Disorder
Everyone feels anxious at times. Challenges such
as workplace pressures, public speaking, highly
demanding schedules or writing an exam can lead to
a sense of worry, even fear. These sensations,
however uncomfortable, are different from the ones
associated with a anxiety disorder.
People suffering from an anxiety disorder are
subject to intense, prolonged feelings of fright and
distress for no obvious reason. The condition turns
their life into a continuous journey of unease and
fear and can interfere with their relationships with
family, friends and colleagues.
• Anxiety disorders are the most common of all
mental health problems. It is estimated that they
affect approximately 1 in 10 people. They are
more prevalent among women than among men,
and they affect children as well as adults. Anxiety
disorders are illnesses. They can be diagnosed;
they can be treated.
• But all too often, they are mistaken for mental
weakness or instability, and the resulting social
stigma can discourage people with anxiety
disorders from seeking help.
•
Understanding the facts about anxiety disorders
is an important step. Realising that they are
medical disorders which can be treated will help
to remove the stigma, and encourage people
with anxiety disorders to explore the treatments
available.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia often starts slowly. When the symptoms first
appear, usually in adolescence or early adulthood, they may
seem more bewildering than serious.
In the early stages, people with schizophrenia may find
themselves losing the ability to relax, concentrate or sleep.
They may start to shut long-time friends out of their lives.
Work or school begins to suffer; so does their personal
appearance.
During this time, there may be one or more episodes where
they talk in ways that may be difficult to understand and/or
start having unusual perceptions
Substance misuse: the use of
substances in ways that are illegal
or not recommended medically.
Substance abuse: involves the
excessive use of substances
despite the physical, mental,
emotional or other harm this may
cause to oneself or others.
Brainstorm
In groups of 2 or 3, brainstorm
ideas around this statement:
“Problematic substance abuse
and mental illness are often
closely connected”
Substance Abuse and Mental Illness……Is There A
Connection???
Problematic substance abuse and mental illness MAY be
closely connected.
Many people suffer from both, but one does not necessarily
cause the other.
The causes may be different, or both may be caused by a
common factor, which could be genetic, developmental or
environmental.
Mental illness may contribute to substance abuse: alcohol and
drugs may be used to cope with a mental illness, and may
make the symptoms worse.
Many people who abuse drugs DO NOT have a mental illness
and many people suffer from a mental illness and DO NOT
use drugs.
Where do I get Help?
Where do I go?
Where to Get Help in Cambridge, Kitchener,
Waterloo?
•http://chd.region.waterloo.on.ca/web/health.nsf/4f4813c75e78d71385256e
5a0057f5e1/2b80edb6e5d9836e8525752100743712!OpenDocument
Ask for Help
• Do not be afraid to
ask for help from
others.
• When dealing with
drug addiction, it is
hard to do it alone.
• Getting the help you
need will enable you
to keep pushing
toward your goals.
Describe how to access different sources of support when
dealing with issues connected to substance use or mental
health.
Rehabilitation Centres
http://www.canadadrugrehab.ca/ON/Waterloo-Wellington.html
SOURCES OF SUPPORT
Please get into groups of 3 to 4.
1.
Using information from Waterloo Region Public Health, Canadian
Drug Rehab slides, and your own knowledge, list 5 to 7 places,
people, or organizations you could access for help and support related
substance use and other addictions.
2.
Complete the following chart ranking each source (you found in
question 1) Level R – 4.
Sources of
Support
Knowledge
Granny (90 yrs.)
2
(outdated)
3.
Availability
Trust
4
4
(lives next door) (Alzheimer's)
Be prepared to share with the class.
Confidentiality
1
(she’ll tell mom)
PERSONAL and SOCIAL
Implications
IMPLICATIONS
Health
- physical
- emotional
Family
- parents
- siblings
Safety
- you
- others
Friends
- school
- neighbours
Legal
- arrested
- charged
- fined
Education
- grades
- teams/clubs
- jobs
PERSONAL and SOCIAL
Implications
Example: Underage drinking is a concern. Who can be
harmed by underage drinking, and how?
HEALTH
• Slows down your heart rate, breathing rate, brain function,
and ability to make decisions (acts as a depressant).
(Brain Function Image) (Kids Health - Info)
•
Can damage major organs such as the brain, liver, heart,
kidneys, sensory organs, and reproductive organs.
(Long Term Effects of Alcohol - Simple) (Long Term Effects of Alcohol - Complex)
•
Can lead to addiction.
FAMILY
• Poor role-model for younger siblings.
• Put stress on relationship with parents and siblings (i.e., trust).
http://www.learn-about-alcoholism.com/effects-of-alcoholism.html
• Risk of Fatal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) as a result
of alcohol abuse during pregnancy.
PERSONAL and SOCIAL
Implications
Example (cont.): Underage drinking is a concern. Who can be harmed by
underage drinking, and how?
SAFETY
• Intoxication leads to risky behaviour and
impaired judgment that can result in injury
or death (e.g., binge drinking, drunk driving).
(Canadian Statistics on Alcohol)
• Alcohol poisoning can be fatal.
FRIENDS
• Alcohol abuse is connected to violence in relationships.
• Can lead to unplanned pregnancies.
• Damage your reputation.
• Loss of friends.
PERSONAL and SOCIAL
Implications
Example (cont.): Underage drinking is a concern. Who can be harmed by
underage drinking, and how?
LEGAL
• Cause personal injury or property damage.
• Can lead to being, arrested, charged, and/or fined.
• May commit crimes to ‘feed’ addiction (i.e. theft).
EDUCATION
• Influence ability to function in school and at a job.
• Less involvement with teams and clubs.
• A ‘record’ can impact future employment.
What is the truth?
PERSONAL and SOCIAL
Implications
Identify the personal and social implications for the these
situations related to substance use and addiction:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
effect of technology dependence on school and workplace performance
risks associated with smoking cigarettes
risks associated with chewing tobacco
effects of second-hand smoke on non-smokers and children
body damage and reputation loss among athletes who use steroids and other
performance-enhancing drugs
risks associated with marijuana use
risks associated with experimenting with ecstasy
effects of gambling on the person and his/her family
abuse of over-the-counter and prescription medications
Alcohol Reduces Brain Function
Long Term Effects - Simple
Long Term Effects - Complex
The Problem with Drugs
• Some types of drug use are associated with criminal
activity.
• As drug use in a community increases, so does the
occurrence of certain types of crimes, depending on the
drug.
• Most research on drugs and crime has been concerned
with heroin and street crime such as burglary, larceny,
and assault addicts commit to get money to buy more
drugs.
• Alcohol is associated with assault-type crimes committed
with intent to harm the victim.
Cost of Drug Use
• “Cost of illness” studies – Look at the negative
consequences of alcohol and drug use for society by
quantifying in dollars what society “pays” for its members
incurring specific illnesses.
• In 1995, it is estimated alcohol abuse cost the U.S.
$166.5 billion and drug abuse cost $109.9 billion for a
total of more than $276 billion !
• Costs of alcohol and drug abuse come from such
sources as illness, death, medical expenses, and crime.
Crime-related costs are especially significant for drug
abuse (58% of the total).
• Alcohol is also correlated with homicides, property
offenses, sexual offenses, and check fraud.
• Use of hallucinogens and marijuana is not associated
with crime or may even be a negative association.
• Evidence is mixed for barbiturates and tranquilizers
with some studies showing no relationship and others
showing the same relationship for barbiturates and
crime as for alcohol and crime.
• What role does the pharmacological effects of these
drugs have on their relationships with crime?
How much does Alcohol and Drug Use cost
Canadians?
• How much per each Canadian does it cost? What is your
guess?
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
1 dollar per Canadian
4 dollars per Canadian
46 dollars per Canadian
10 dollars per Canadian
100 dollars per Canadian
463 dollars per Canadian
1000 dollars per Canadian
4639 dollars per Canadian
•
The sobering fact is $ 463 per Canadian…..that includes YOU and ME!
Save $1 Billion and 800 Lives: CAMH’s "Avoidable Costs of
Alcohol Abuse in Canada 2002" Study released
For Immediate Release – June 11, 2008 (TORONTO):
•
The economic burden of alcohol abuse costs each Canadian $463
per year.
•
In fact, the direct health care costs for alcohol abuse in
Canada exceed those of cancer. Released today by the Centre for
Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), the Avoidable Cost of Alcohol
Abuse in Canada 2002 report estimates that, even under very
conservative assumptions,implementing six reviewed interventions
would result in cost savings of about $1 billion per year and a
savings of about 800 lives, close to 26,000 years of life lost to
premature death and more than 88,000 acute care hospital days in
Canada per year.
• This pioneering study is Canada’s first systematic estimate of the
avoidable costs of alcohol abuse, and the first study of its kind
worldwide.
The Actual Article
• http://www.camh.net/News_events/News_releases_and_
media_advisories_and_backgrounders/Avoidable_costs
_study.html
Vitamins
• Organic substances that are required in small amounts for
maintenance and growth, but which cannot be manufactured by
the human body.
Diuretics
Agents that promote the excretion of urine
through their effects on kidney function.
Laxatives
Agents that produce a soft formed stool, and relax
and loosen the bowels, typically used over a
protracted period, to relieve CONSTIPATION.
Diet Pills
• Medication that controls or reduces appetite.
Anabolic Steroids
Synthetic derivatives of the naturally
occurring male anabolic hormone
testosterone.
Introduction to Summative Assignment
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hc-ps/drugs-drogues/youth-jeunes/tv-not4me0drogue-eng.phpTranscript of TV Ad - Not4Me (Youth Drug Prevention)
- Health Canada
Not for me. Ca Drug Refusal
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hc-ps/drugs-drogues/youth-jeunes/risks-risques/index-eng.php
How to say NO
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/hc-ps/drugs-drogues/youthjeunes/speak-exprime/index-eng.php#FactsContent2
Substance Use and Abuse
Refusal/Assertiveness
Strategies
Purpose: To use Strategies Required
to Counter the Pressure to Use Drugs
 Can be oral or video
 Need a script with dialogue
One typed copy for each member in
the group
One typed copy for your teacher
Purpose Continued
Length of presentation is 5 – 10 minutes
(Grade 8)
Use props, family, friends etc. to assist with
your project (i.e. your mom holds the video
camera or an extra in your movie)
Requirements:
1) Display 7 refusal and assertiveness
techniques covered in class
(minimum level 3).
ie. Using the walkway strategy (1)
Using the broken record (2)
Requirements continued:
2) Outline the possible negative consequences of
substance use and abuse. (social costs, emotional
costs)
3) Identify the resources available in preventing and
treating substance abuse and addictions
4) To describe causes and symptoms of stress and
positive ways to relieve stress.
Additional Requirements
 Include a props list – hat, flour, syringe etc.
 Include a slogan- Eg. “Drugs are for Thugs”, “Drug Free
is the way to be” or “Get High on Life, not on Drugs”
 Due Date: April 6th
Assertiveness
 Learning to communicate positively is an important part
of getting along with others. “I” messages help when
there is a need to communicate feelings about an issue
or situation.
Assertiveness Involves:
 Standing up for your rights and beliefs in a honest and
direct way.
 Respecting other people’s feelings and opinions even if
you don’t agree with them.
 Using assertive words such as “I” statements (e.g., “I
believe”) and cooperative words (e.g., “How can we work
this out?”, “What do you think?”).
The Following Strategies Are Tools to Assist
Students to Be Assertive:
 Change the subject. Talk about something unrelated to
what they are being pressured to do (e.g., “I really like
your jacket. Where did you get it?”)
More Strategies:
Give alternatives. Suggest that they
do something else (e.g., “Let’s play
soccer instead.”)
More Strategies:
Turn the tables. Reverse the situation so
that they are not the one under pressure
(e.g., “Why are you bugging me?”).
More Strategies:
Give reasons, Give an
excuse
(e.g., “No thanks, I’m training
for hockey.”).
More Strategies:
 Use humour (e.g.,
“Know why dinosaurs
became extinct?
They smoked.”).
More Strategies:
Use the broken record technique. Stick to
an answer and keep repeating it
(e.g., “No thanks, no thanks, no thanks, no
thanks!”)
More Strategies:
 Leave. Walk away.
Go somewhere else.
Talk to other friends
(e.g., “Sorry, I’m late.
I have to go.”).