TERM: 3RD TERM
WEEK: 9
CLASS: Junior Secondary School 2
AGE: 13 years
DURATION: 40 minutes each for 2 periods
DATE:
SUBJECT: Basic Science
TOPIC: Drug abuse
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, the learners should be able to
- ) Mention ways to prevent drug abuse
- ) Outline the consequences of drug abuse
- ) Enumerate and discuss the functions of government agencies in Nigeria responsible for preventing drug abuse
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, story-telling, videos from source
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Recommended Basic Science textbooks for Junior Secondary School 2
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES: PERIOD 1-2:
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PRESENTATION
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TEACHER’S ACTIVITY
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PUPIL’S ACTIVITY
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STEP 1
Review
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The teacher revises the previous lesson.
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Learners pay attention
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STEP 2
Introduction
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He mentions ways to prevent drug abuse and outlines the consequences of drug abuse
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 3
Explanation
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He enumerates and discusses the government agencies in Nigeria responsible for preventing drug abuse
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Learners pay attention and participate
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STEP 4
NOTE TAKING
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The teacher writes a short note on the board for the learners to copy
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The learners copy the note from the board
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NOTE
DRUG ABUSE
Ways to Prevent Drug Abuse:
- Education and Awareness: Educating the public, particularly young people, about the dangers of drug abuse and its long-term consequences.
- Community Programs: Encouraging participation in sports, arts, and social activities to provide positive outlets for energy and reduce the likelihood of drug experimentation.
- Parental Involvement: Strengthening family structures through open communication, guidance, and monitoring of children’s activities.
- Policy Enforcement: Strengthening laws and regulations that restrict the sale and distribution of controlled substances, with stricter penalties for offenders.
- Access to Counseling Services: Providing support and counseling services to individuals at risk or showing early signs of substance abuse.
Consequences of Drug Abuse:
- Physical Health Issues: Long-term use of drugs can cause damage to vital organs like the liver, brain, and kidneys, and increase the risk of conditions such as heart disease, liver cirrhosis, and lung disease.
- Psychological and Emotional Damage: Drug abuse can lead to mental health issues like depression, anxiety, psychosis, and cognitive impairments.
- Social Consequences: Drug users often face social isolation, relationship problems, and reduced productivity in work or school. This can also lead to criminal activities due to addiction and financial desperation.
- Legal Issues: Drug abuse often leads to involvement in illegal activities such as possession, trafficking, and public disturbance, which can result in arrests and imprisonment.
- Economic Burden: The economic costs associated with drug abuse include healthcare costs, law enforcement, and loss of productivity in the workplace.
Functions of Government Agencies in Nigeria Responsible for Preventing Drug Abuse:
- National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA): This agency is responsible for enforcing laws related to drug control, preventing the trafficking of illegal substances, and educating the public about the dangers of drug abuse.
- Federal Ministry of Health: The Ministry is involved in promoting drug abuse prevention programs, providing mental health services, and ensuring that there is adequate treatment and rehabilitation for drug users.
- National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC): This agency regulates and controls the manufacture, importation, exportation, sale, and use of drugs, including ensuring that harmful or counterfeit substances do not reach the public.
- National Orientation Agency (NOA): The NOA works on sensitizing the public through mass media and community outreach programs about the dangers of drug abuse and promotes healthy living.
- The Nigerian Police Force (NPF): While primarily a law enforcement body, the NPF plays a key role in curbing drug trafficking, arresting offenders, and collaborating with other agencies to prevent the spread of drug abuse in the country
EVALUATION:
- What are some effective ways to prevent drug abuse in communities, and how can they be implemented?
- Discuss the physical, psychological, and social consequences of drug abuse.
- How do government agencies in Nigeria, such as the NDLEA and NAFDAC, work together to prevent drug abuse and trafficking?
- What role does education play in drug abuse prevention, and how can schools contribute to this effort?
- Explain the significance of early intervention in preventing drug abuse and the role of counseling services.
CLASSWORK: As in evaluation
CONCLUSION: The teacher marks their books and commends them positively
