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Be Drug Free Grade 6
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Definition of a Drug “A drug is a substance, other than food, which changes the way a person thinks, feels and acts.”
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Intoxicating Substances Some everyday products, when used incorrectly, can act like a drug. They can have negative effects on an individual’s health Often ingested or inhaled Examples: gasoline, glue, mouthwash, hairspray
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Addiction A term used to describe a behaviour that is out of control in some way. It includes the 4Cs Craving Loss of control of amount or frequency of use Compulsion to use Use despite consequences
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Tobacco Most often smoked (cigarettes, cigars) There are smokeless products Contains Nicotine Must be 19 years or older
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Effects of tobacco use Yellow teeth Bad breath Cough Decreased exercise tolerance Lung damage Increased risk of heart attack and stroke Addiction
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Electronic Cigarettes/Vapes Battery operated (some have exploded) Some cartridges of may contain nicotine (addictive) The aerosol contains other chemicals that may be harmful
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Alcohol A depressant that slows down the brain and central nervous system, heart rate, and breathing rate.
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What Alcohol Does to the Body Enters the blood stream and affects brain function Blurred vision Cannot react as quickly Increased risk taking Slurred speech
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Alcohol: What is “one drink”?
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ALCOHOL POISONING Cold/Clammy, pale or bluish skin Slow breathing Could vomit Confusion Shakiness Slow and weak pulse Unconsciousness (passed out)
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If someone passes out, try to wake them. If they don’t respond: Check for a pulse Make sure the person is breathing Use the BACCHUS MANEUVER Stay with the person Call 911 Notify parents or guardians DO NOT leave the person alone DO NOT give the person anything by mouth DO NOT let the person sleep it off
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Cannabis (Marijuana & Hashish) Comes from cannabis sativa plant and contains the chemical THC Street Names : pot, weed, reefer, joint, grass, Mary Jane, weed oil, honey oil, hash Can be “laced” with other substances
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Cannabis … What does it do to your Body? Increased appetite (munchies) Loss of coordination Decreased concentration Hallucinations Memory loss Lung disease Addiction
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Non-medical Use of Prescription Drugs Never take somebody else’s prescription medications Taking prescription drugs without a doctor’s supervision can be just as dangerous as using illegal drugs Examples Pain Killers ADHD Medications Sleeping Pills
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Consequences of Drugs and Alcohol Decreased athletic performance Poor grades More fights and more injuries Sexual assault/dating violence Vehicle crashes Decrease decision making ability
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Reasons why some young people use drugs… symbol of being ‘mature’ to have fun to rebel authority to increase confidence to cope with concerns about body image to be “cool” and “fit in” with friends to cope with mental health issues/problems and stress curiosity
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Mental Health and Substance Abuse Problematic substance use and mental illness can be closely connected Mental illness may contribute to problematic substance use OR Long-term drug use can lead to the development of mental illnesses
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Staying Safe Good friends Refusal skills (knowing how to say “No”) Safety agreement Texting a Code Word Knowing where to go for help
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If you need help: Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868) Mental Health Helpline(1-866-531-2600) or www.mentalhealthhelpline.ca Community Addictions Services of Niagara (CASON) (905-684-1183) Parents/Trusted Adult Teacher/Principal/VP Child and Youth Worker Public Health Nurse Doctor