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Behaviour-altering chemicals

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TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK TWO

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: HEALTH EDUCATION

Topic: BEHAVIOUR-ALTERING CHEMICALS

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

I.) Define behaviors altering chemicals

II.) Identify the effects of psychoactive drugs

III.) Identify the preventive measures against psychoactive drugs

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains the meaning of behavior altering chemicals

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher discuss the effects of psychoactive drugs and it's preventive measures.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

BEHAVIOUR-ALTERING CHEMICALS

Behavior-altering chemical substances, often referred to as psychoactive drugs, can influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. These substances include stimulants like caffeine and amphetamines, depressants such as alcohol and benzodiazepines, hallucinogens like LSD and psilocybin, and opioids such as morphine and heroin.

Effects of psychoactive drugs

Psychoactive drugs can have a range of effects on the body and mind, depending on the specific substance and dosage. Some common effects include:

  1. Euphoria: Many psychoactive drugs can induce feelings of pleasure and euphoria by altering brain chemistry and neurotransmitter levels.
  2. Sedation: Depressants like alcohol and benzodiazepines can induce feelings of relaxation and sedation, often leading to drowsiness or even unconsciousness at high doses.
  3. Stimulation: Stimulants like caffeine, amphetamines, and cocaine can increase alertness, energy levels, and focus, but they may also cause anxiety, agitation, and insomnia.
  4. Altered perception: Hallucinogens like LSD, psilocybin, and MDMA can distort sensory perceptions, leading to visual and auditory hallucinations, changes in time perception, and altered states of consciousness.

Preventive measures  for psychoactive drugs

Preventing psychoactive drug misuse and addiction involves a multifaceted approach that targets various levels of society. Some of the preventive strategies include:

  1. Providing accurate and comprehensive information about the risks associated with psychoactive drugs, including their potential for addiction, health effects, and legal consequences.
  2. Identifying and addressing risk factors for drug misuse and addiction early on, such as childhood trauma, mental health disorders, and social influences.
  3. Encouraging the development of positive coping strategies, stress management techniques, and healthy lifestyle habits as alternatives to drug use.
  4. Implementing policies and regulations to control the availability and accessibility of psychoactive drugs, particularly among vulnerable populations such as adolescents.

EVALUATION: 1. What is behavior altering chemicals?

  1. Mention 4 effects of psychoactive drugs
  2. Mention 4 preventive measures against psychoactive drugs.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively