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Substance Abuse

Objectives:. Students will identify current facts and trends dealing with substance abuse.Students will identify different forms of substance abuse.Students will recognize drug symptoms.Students will recognize physical behavioral signs of substance abuse.Students will recognize resources that ca

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Substance Abuse

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    1. Substance Abuse

    2. Objectives: Students will identify current facts and trends dealing with substance abuse. Students will identify different forms of substance abuse. Students will recognize drug symptoms. Students will recognize physical behavioral signs of substance abuse. Students will recognize resources that can help one that is affected by substance abuse.

    3. Johnny Cash Motivator: Answer worksheet pertaining to music video titled, “Hurt” by Johnny Cash. Motivator: Answer worksheet pertaining to music video titled, “Hurt” by Johnny Cash.

    4. Questions about music video titled, “Hurt” 1. The title of this song is “Hurt”. After reading the lyrics and watching the video, what do you think this song is about? 2. Johnny Cash covered this song. Who wrote and originally sang this song? 3. What is the mood of this song? 4. Did the original artist’s version of the song contain the same themes as Cash’s version?

    5. Questions about music video titled, “Hurt” 5. In the song, Cash refers to his “sweetest friend”. Who do you think this refers to? 6. Why do you think the original artist wrote this song? 7. Why do you think Johnny Cash chose to cover this song?

    6. Facts A child who reaches age 21 without smoking, abusing alcohol or using drugs is virtually certain never to do so. Joseph A. Califano, Jr., Chairman and President, The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse Information taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Focus Adolescent Services." Alcohol and Teen Drinking. 2007. Focus Adolescent Services. <http://www.focusas.com/AboutFocusAS.html>. ColumbiaUniversity- Joseph A. Califano,hairman and President, The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University Notes: Alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence are not only adult problems -- they also affect a significant number of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 20, even though drinking under the age of 21 is illegal. Notes: Alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence are not only adult problems -- they also affect a significant number of adolescents and young adults between the ages of 12 and 20, even though drinking under the age of 21 is illegal.

    7. Facts The average age when youth first try alcohol is 11 years for boys and 13 years for girls.  The average age at which Americans begin drinking regularly is 15.9 years old.  According to research by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, adolescents who begin drinking before age 15 are four times more likely to develop alcohol dependence than those who begin drinking at age 21. Information taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Focus Adolescent Services." Alcohol and Teen Drinking. 2007. Focus Adolescent Services. <http://www.focusas.com/AboutFocusAS.html>.

    8. Facts Alcohol use among adolescents has also been associated with considering, planning, attempting, and completing suicide.  Research does not indicate whether drinking causes suicidal behavior, only that the two behaviors are correlated. Information taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Focus Adolescent Services." Alcohol and Teen Drinking. 2007. Focus Adolescent Services. <http://www.focusas.com/AboutFocusAS.html>.

    9. Facts In 2006, an estimated 20.4 million Americans aged 12 or older were current (past month) illicit drug users, meaning they had used an illicit drug during the month prior to the survey interview. This estimate represents 8.3 percent of the population aged 12 years old or older. Illicit drugs include marijuana/hashish, cocaine (including crack), heroin, hallucinogens, inhalants, or prescription-type medications. Marijuana was the most commonly used illicit drug (14.8 million past month users). Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Results from the 2006 National Survey on Drug Use and Health:." Office for Applied Studies. 12 Oct 2007. Department of Health and Human Services - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. <http://www.oas.samhsa.gov/nsduh/2k6nsduh/2k6Results.cfm#1.2>.

    10. Facts The number of persons aged 12 or older who smoked cigarettes for the first time within the past 12 months was 2.4 million in 2006, which was significantly greater than the estimate for 2002 (1.9 million). Most new smokers in 2006 were under age 18 when they first smoked cigarettes (61.2 percent). Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Results from the 2006 National Survey on Drug Use and Health:." Office for Applied Studies. 12 Oct 2007. Department of Health and Human Services - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. <http://www.oas.samhsa.gov/nsduh/2k6nsduh/2k6Results.cfm#1.2>.

    11. Types of Substance Abuse Alcohol Cocaine/Crack Ecstasy PCP   LSD Heroin Inhalants Marijuana Methamphetamine Prescription Drugs OxyContin   Steroids Tobacco

    12. Specific Drug Symptoms Marijuana: Glassy, red eyes; loud talking and inappropriate laughter followed by sleepiness; a sweet burnt scent; loss of interest, motivation; weight gain or loss. Alcohol: Clumsiness; difficulty walking; slurred speech; sleepiness; poor judgment; dilated pupils; possession of a false ID card. Tobacco/Nicotine: Smell of tobacco; stained fingers or teeth. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    13. Specific Drug Symptoms Depressants: (including barbiturates and tranquilizers) Seems drunk as if from alcohol but without the associated odor of alcohol; difficulty concentrating; clumsiness; poor judgment; slurred speech; sleepiness; and contracted pupils. Stimulants: Hyperactivity; euphoria; irritability; anxiety; excessive talking followed by depression or excessive sleeping at odd times; may go long periods of time without eating or sleeping; dilated pupils; weight loss; dry mouth and nose. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    14. Specific Drug Symptoms Hallucinogens: Dilated pupils; bizarre and irrational behavior including paranoia, aggression, hallucinations; mood swings; detachment from people; absorption with self or other objects, slurred speech; confusion. Heroin: Needle marks; sleeping at unusual times; sweating; vomiting; coughing and sniffling; twitching; loss of appetite; contracted pupils; no response of pupils to light. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    15. Specific Drug Symptoms Inhalants: (Glues, aerosols, and vapors ) Watery eyes; impaired vision, memory and thought; secretions from the nose or rashes around the nose and mouth; headaches and nausea; appearance of intoxication; drowsiness; poor muscle control; changes in appetite; anxiety; irritability; an unusual number of spray cans in the trash. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    16. Physical Signs of Substance Abuse Irregular heartbeat Loss of appetite, increase in appetite, any changes in eating habits, unexplained weight loss or gain. Slowed walk; poor physical coordination. Inability to sleep, awake at unusual times, unusual laziness. Red, water eyes Cold, sweaty palms; shaking hands. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    17. Physical Signs of Substance Abuse Puffy face, blushing or paleness. Smell of substance on breath, body or clothes. Needle marks on lower arm leg or bottom of feet. Nausea, vomiting or excessive sweating. Tremors or shakes of hands, feet or head. Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    18. Behavioral Signs of Substance Abuse Change in overall attitude with no other identifiable cause. Change in friends; new hang-outs; sudden avoidance of old crowd. Change in activities or hobbies. Drop in grades at school. Change in habits at home; loss of interest in family and family activities. Forgetfulness Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    19. Behavioral Signs of Substance Abuse General lack of motivation Sudden oversensitivity, temper tantrums Moodiness, irritability, or nervousness Silliness or giddiness Paranoia Excessive need for privacy Secretive or suspicious behavior Car accidents Taken from: 3 Jan 2008. "Signs and Symptoms of Drug Use." America Council for Drug Education. 1999. Phoenix House. <http://www.acde.org/educate/signs.htm>.

    20. Treatment Using different forms of substance abuse can lead to your arrest or re-arrest. An arrest gives you an opportunity to break free of drugs and/or alcohol. You still have to go through the criminal justice process. May be able to choose drug treatment instead of jail. You could get a lighter sentence, or charges could be dropped, if one goes through treatment. If you do not follow program, charges can be reinstated. Taken from: "How It Works, And How It Can Help You." Alcohol and Drug Treatment. 2007. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 3 Jan 2008 <http://www.kap.samhsa.gov/products/brochures/pdfs/CJA_ConsumerBrochure.pdf>.

    21. What is Drug and Alcohol Treatment? Going to drug counseling and group meetings. Avoiding the people, places, and situations that get you into trouble Working with your counselor to show that you are really trying to change your life. Learning things like anger management and job skills so you have more choices in life. Taken from: "How It Works, And How It Can Help You." Alcohol and Drug Treatment. 2007. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 3 Jan 2008 <http://www.kap.samhsa.gov/products/brochures/pdfs/CJA_ConsumerBrochure.pdf>.

    22. Where Does One Start? One has to recognize that they are sick and tired of being in trouble. Ask family members for help. If one is in custody, ask court probation officer for help. Other resources: lawyer, court officer, local Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous, state-run programs in the blue pages, yellow pages under “Drug Abuse”, etc. Taken from: "How It Works, And How It Can Help You." Alcohol and Drug Treatment. 2007. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. 3 Jan 2008 <http://www.kap.samhsa.gov/products/brochures/pdfs/CJA_ConsumerBrochure.pdf>.

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