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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the causes and effects of marijuana addiction and research how THC affects different areas of the brain. They synthesize their knowledge by creating print advertisements that inform teenagers about the physiologic danger of drugs Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine images of human brains that illustrate that specific regions of the brain regulate specific functions. They extend that knowledge to examine how drugs of abuse activate an area of the brain called the reward system. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students share opinions about prescription drugs and prepare public service campaigns to inform peers and adults about the dangers of prescription drug abuse. Their ads also offer prevention techniques and possible methods of treatment. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view an "In the Mix" video about drug abuse. They participate in a discussion about the video, distinguish several facts and myths about drug use, identify how drugs can affect people's lives and engage in role-playing the refusal of drugs. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view a PSB "In the Mix" video about the effects and abuse of the drug Esctasy. They participate in a class discussion, identify the body's reaction to Ecstasy, investigate the laws surrounding drup possession and use and engage in role-playing. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students view a PBS "In the Mix" video about the use of steroids. They identify health risks, consider the emotional consequences of drug abuse and discuss the legal ramifications. They also research a variety of nutritional supplements. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students create a video or PA announcement that will educate students on the dangers of inhalants. They create a PowerPoint presentation that highlights all the subtitles for the fact sheet on inhalants. They include different types of inhalants and percentage information. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students use the National Institute on Drug Abuse website to find information on anabolic steroids. They then complete an activity sheet that will help them understand the dangers of steroid use. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students conduct research and interviews to examine abuses of Ritalin to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. They interview doctors and students and collect contact information to include in a sidebar. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students, working in groups, articulate their research of adolescent drug use and its effects. They investigate the misuse and abuse of various types of drugs and create a PowerPoint and oral group presentation explaining basic facts about the drug they researched and its harmful effects on adolescents. Full Review »
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