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Substance Use: The Real Deal

Lesson Plan

Substance Use: The Real Deal

Students will explore the impact of substance use on health and decision-making, using real-life scenarios to equip them with strategies to resist peer pressure.

Understanding the risks of substance use empowers students to make informed choices and promotes healthier lifestyles.

Audience

High School Students (Grades 9-12)

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Interactive scenario-based learning with group discussions.

Materials

Substance Use: The Real Deal Lesson Plan, and Real-Life Scenarios Handout

Prep

Lesson Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Context Setting

5 minutes

  • Introduce the topic and objectives.
  • Share key facts about substance use and its impact on health.
  • Pose an open-ended question to set the stage for discussion.

Step 2

Interactive Scenarios Discussion

10 minutes

  • Distribute the Real-Life Scenarios Handout to small groups.
  • Ask students to analyze each scenario and discuss possible outcomes.
  • Encourage sharing of ideas to resist peer pressure and make informed decisions.

Step 3

Recap & Takeaways

5 minutes

  • Summarize the key points discussed.
  • Discuss practical steps students can take if faced with peer pressure regarding substance use.
  • End with a brief Q&A to clarify any doubts.
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