Analyze and explain the short- and long-term health consequences of addiction to alcohol and tobacco and prescription and over-the-counter drug misuse and substance use disorders Video Lesson

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Curriculum-aligned Grade 7 Health Education lesson video for Analyze and explain the short- and long-term health consequences of addiction to alcohol and tobacco and prescription and over-the-counter drug misuse and substance use disorders. Use it for classroom preview, instruction support, or home review.

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Video Learning Notes

This lesson helped students understand the short- and long-term health consequences of addiction to alcohol, tobacco, and misuse of prescription and over-the-counter drugs. Students learned how addiction affects physical, mental, and social health. They also explored the importance of choosing alternative activities to promote well-being and reduce the risk of substance misuse. Through discussions, role plays, and reflection, students practiced making healthy decisions and supporting others.

Learning Goals

• Explain the short-term health effects of addiction to alcohol, tobacco, and drug misuse.
• Describe the long-term health consequences of addiction to alcohol, tobacco, and drug misuse.
• Analyze how addiction and substance misuse affect mental and social health.
• Identify and explain alternative activities that support mental and social health and reduce the risk of substance misuse.

Curriculum Context

Grade: Grade 7

Subject: Health Education

Curriculum: TEKS