Class
JSS2
Term
Third Term
Week
Week 8
Topic
Drug Abuse and Prevention
Duration
40 Minutes
Instructional Materials
- Charts showing harmful drugs
- Pictures of drug addicts
- Samples of common medicines (paracetamol, antibiotics)
- Video clips on drug abuse effects
- Posters on anti-drug campaigns
- First aid box
Reference Books
- NERDC Basic Science Curriculum for JSS
- STAN Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Evans Basic Science for Junior Secondary Schools
- Comprehensive Basic Science by A.O. Ogunniyi
Specific Objectives
At the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define drugs and drug abuse.
- Identify types of drugs.
- Explain causes of drug abuse.
- State effects of drug abuse.
- Mention examples of commonly abused drugs.
- Explain ways of preventing drug abuse.
- State the importance of drug education.
Introduction
Drugs are very important in treating diseases and improving health. However, when drugs are misused or taken without medical advice, they can become harmful.
Drug abuse is a major problem affecting individuals, families, and society.
Meaning of Drugs
Drugs are substances taken into the body to treat, prevent, or control diseases.
Meaning of Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is the improper or excessive use of drugs without medical prescription or guidance.
Types of Drugs
1. Prescription Drugs
These are drugs given by doctors for treatment.
Example: antibiotics, insulin
2. Over-the-Counter Drugs
Drugs that can be bought without prescription.
Example: paracetamol
3. Illicit Drugs
Illegal drugs that are harmful to health.
Example: cocaine, heroin
Commonly Abused Drugs
- Alcohol
- Tobacco
- Tramadol
- Codeine
- Marijuana
- Cocaine
- Heroin
- Cough syrups (misused)
Causes of Drug Abuse
- Peer pressure
- Curiosity
- Stress and depression
- Poor parental guidance
- Easy availability of drugs
- Lack of awareness
- Influence of friends
Effects of Drug Abuse
Physical Effects
- Damage to brain
- Liver and kidney failure
- Poor health
- Weight loss
Social Effects
- Crime
- Violence
- School dropout
- Broken families
Psychological Effects
- Addiction
- Depression
- Loss of self-control
- Mental disorder
Prevention of Drug Abuse
- Proper drug education
- Avoid bad friends
- Parental guidance
- Counseling
- Government laws and enforcement
- Avoid self-medication
- Engage in positive activities
Importance of Drug Education
Drug education helps to:
- Create awareness
- Prevent addiction
- Promote healthy living
- Reduce crime rate
- Improve academic performance
Practical Activities
Activity 1: Discussion
Discuss types of drugs used in the community.
Conclusion: Not all drugs are safe when misused.
Activity 2: Role Play
Demonstrate peer pressure situation.
Conclusion: Peer influence can lead to drug abuse.
Activity 3: Poster Interpretation
Study anti-drug campaign posters.
Conclusion: Awareness helps prevent drug abuse.
Conclusion
Drug abuse is the improper use of drugs without medical advice. It is dangerous and can lead to health, social, and psychological problems. Proper education and guidance can help prevent it.
Evaluation
Answer the following questions:
- Define drugs.
- What is drug abuse?
- Mention three types of drugs.
- List five commonly abused drugs.
- State four causes of drug abuse.
- Mention five effects of drug abuse.
- State four ways of preventing drug abuse.
- What is addiction?
- Explain peer pressure.
- State the importance of drug education.
Objective Questions
Choose the correct answer from A–D.
- Drugs are used to ______ diseases.
A. cause
B. treat
C. spread
D. destroy
Answer: B
- Drug abuse means ______ use of drugs.
A. correct
B. proper
C. improper
D. medical
Answer: C
- Which of the following is an illegal drug?
A. paracetamol
B. insulin
C. cocaine
D. antibiotics
Answer: C
- One cause of drug abuse is ______.
A. exercise
B. peer pressure
C. vaccination
D. hygiene
Answer: B
- Drug abuse can lead to ______.
A. good health
B. addiction
C. success
D. recovery
Answer: B
- Tobacco is a ______ drug.
A. healthy
B. harmful
C. food
D. vitamin
Answer: B
- One effect of drug abuse is ______.
A. better memory
B. mental disorder
C. strong immunity
D. growth
Answer: B
- Prescription drugs are given by ______.
A. friends
B. teachers
C. doctors
D. drivers
Answer: C
- Peer pressure means influence from ______.
A. plants
B. animals
C. friends
D. books
Answer: C
- Drug education helps to prevent ______.
A. learning
B. addiction
C. food
D. sleep
Answer: B
Essay Questions
- Define drug and drug abuse.
- State causes and effects of drug abuse.
- Explain ways of preventing drug abuse.
- List and explain commonly abused drugs.
- Discuss the importance of drug education in schools.
Assignment
- List five dangerous drugs abused in your community.
- Write four effects of drug abuse.
- Suggest five ways to avoid drug abuse.
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