Lesson Plan

Session 1: Understanding Substances

Introduce students to the basics of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, their definitions, types, and general effects on the body and mind.

Laying a foundational understanding enables students to critically assess the impact of these substances, setting the stage for deeper exploration in future sessions.

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Prep

Review and Resource Preparation

30 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Hook

15 minutes

Step 2

Content Delivery

40 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Discussion and Activity

20 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 1: Understanding Substances

Introduce the topic and set expectations. Emphasize the session's objective of understanding substances and their impacts.

What Are They?

Define each substance clearly. Use visuals to depict common drugs, alcoholic beverages, and tobacco products.

Types & Categories

Highlight various types within each category. Consider using images or icons to represent different substances.

Effects on Body & Mind

Discuss the physiological and psychological effects. Use visuals and possibly a short video clip to enhance engagement.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Conclude with a summary and prompt a class discussion or reflection. Link back to the session objectives and upcoming topics.

Activity

Journal

Lesson Plan

Session 2: Risks and Consequences

Examine the specific risks and consequences of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco use, including long-term health impacts and social implications.

Understanding the concrete risks and consequences helps students appreciate the severity of substance use and reinforces the importance of making informed, healthy choices.

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Materials

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Preparation for Risks and Consequences Session

30 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Recap

15 minutes

Step 2

Content Delivery: Exploring the Consequences

40 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Group Activity

20 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 2: Risks and Consequences

Introduce the session by recapping key concepts from Session 1. Emphasize that today we will explore the concrete risks and consequences associated with substance use.

Health Risks

Present the specific health risks tied to substance use. Use charts or images where possible to illustrate long-term effects.

Social & Economic Consequences

Discuss the social, economic, and behavioral consequences of substance use. Engage students with real case studies or examples.

Case Studies & Statistics

Highlight around one or two impactful case studies with key statistics. Encourage students to think critically about the data.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up the lesson by summarizing the risks and consequences. Pose reflective questions to stimulate discussion.

Discussion

Journal

Lesson Plan

Session 3: Prevention and Intervention

Equip students with strategies and interventions to prevent substance use and support affected individuals.

Understanding prevention and intervention methods empowers students to make informed choices and help peers in times of need.

Audience

Time

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Materials

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Prevention & Intervention Prep

30 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Recap

15 minutes

Step 2

Content Delivery: Prevention Strategies

30 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Role-Play Activity

30 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 3: Prevention and Intervention

Introduce the session by recapping previous lessons on substance use. Outline the importance of prevention and early intervention.

Prevention Strategies

Outline various prevention strategies. Use visuals or icons to represent each strategy and encourage student participation.

Intervention Strategies

Share examples of successful intervention programs. Provide a prompt for students to consider how these could apply in their community.

Interactive Role-Play

Introduce a role-play scenario. Explain the activity and the roles so that students understand the practical application of the discussed strategies.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Conclude with a summary and prompt reflective thinking. Encourage students to connect the lesson with personal experiences.

Activity

Journal

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Session 4: Building Resilience

Develop students' resilience skills to better handle peer pressure and challenges while promoting healthy decision-making.

Building resilience empowers students to overcome obstacles and maintain well-being, improving their ability to make informed, positive choices.

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Materials

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Resilience Building Prep

30 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Recap

15 minutes

Step 2

Exploring Resilience

30 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Activity: Resilience Role-Plays

30 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Session 4: Building Resilience

Introduce the session by recapping previous sessions and emphasizing the need to build resilience against peer pressure and challenges.

What is Resilience?

Define resilience and highlight its importance. Use visuals and real-life examples to connect with students.

Key Resilience Techniques

Discuss key resilience techniques and skills. Include prompts to get students thinking about how they might apply these strategies.

Interactive Role-Play Exercise

Introduce an interactive activity where students will role-play scenarios involving peer pressure and challenges. Explain the roles and objectives of the role-play.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap up by summarizing the session and prompting reflection on how resilience can be applied in everyday life.