Anti-Drug Awareness GROUP 9

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Day 8

Dissemination of Informational Posters in different barangays like Brgy. Aslum, Brgy Bobonon, Brgy. Salvacion Farm and Barangay San Pedro Alang Alang Leyte 😊

DAY 5
TIPS FOR STAYING DRUG-FREE

1. Learn to set SMART goals
2. Build habits to stay busy
3. Sweat it out
4. Cut out toxic relationships
5. Utilize support systems
6. Practice positive self talk
7. Adopt a pet
8. Stay away from stress
9. Avoid temporary sjla
10. Give back
11. Get rid of triggers

For more information visit the link
below :

https://www.gatewayfoundation.org/addiction-blog/tips-for-staying-drug-free/

DAY 4
Why Do Teens Use Drugs?

There are different reasons why teens use drugs and alcohol. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), peer pressure is one reason for teen drug use. Youth may feel that they need to try drugs to fit in with certain social groups. Drug use can also be an act of experimentation among teenagers, who may be prone to seeking exciting experiences.

In addition, teens who struggle with mental health issues such as depression may use drugs to self-medicate and alleviate their symptoms. Drugs can temporarily relieve stress and help these individuals feel better. Some adolescents may also use drugs to cope with the distress associated with past trauma. One study found that youth with a history of experiencing potentially traumatic incidents prior to the age of 11 were more likely to use ma*****na, co***ne and prescription drugs. They were also more likely to use drugs in general or to experiment with multiple drugs. Experiencing violence was linked to drug use particularly strongly, according to teen drug use facts.

Aside from using drugs to cope with stress or trauma, some youth may use drugs to achieve a high because they enjoy the feeling. Drugs temporarily produce feelings of happiness and pleasure, and teens who use drugs seek out these feelings. Finally, some adolescents may use drugs to enhance athletic or academic performance.

https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/teen-addiction/drug/commonly-abused-drugs/

Drugs lead to failure to do assignments due to laziness, low productivity, and inability to work effectively which lower student academic performance. Many drug users are forgetful and can hardly concentrate; it can also lead to loss of short term memory.

http://www.ijsrp.org/research-paper-1115/ijsrp-p47107.pdf

DAY 3
ILLEGAL DRUGS AFFECT YOUR WHOLE LIFE

These drugs don’t just affect your physical body and health, they can affect your mental health, your finances, your relationships, your social life and your criminal record.

VISIT THE SOURCE FOR MORE INFORMATION THROUGH THIS LINK:

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/drugs/about-drugs/what-are-the-effects-of-taking-drugs&ved=2ahUKEwjitM2uhcPwAhUZfd4KHXa8B-sQFjAAegQIAxAC&usg=AOvVaw1ioMQ_rFqVZzJSv9gr1Zl3

DAY 2
What are illegal drugs?

A drug is a substance that affects the way the body functions. If a drug is classified as ‘illegal’, this means that it is forbidden by law. Different illegal drugs have different effects on people and these effects are influenced by many factors. This makes them unpredictable and dangerous, especially for young people.

-The effects of a drug are influenced by:

-The type of drug

-How much is consumed

-Where the person is when the drug is being used

-What the person is doing while using the drugs

-Individual characteristics such as body size and health vulnerabilities

-How many different drugs are taken at one time

DRUGS AND THEIR CLASSIFICATIONS :

-Depressants are drugs that slow down the central nervous system and the messages that go between the brain and the body. These drugs decrease people’s concentration and slow down their ability to respond. The name ‘depressant’ suggests that these drugs can make a person feel depressed, but this is not always the case. The term depressant purely refers to the effect of slowing down the central nervous system. Some examples of depressants include: alcohol, opioids (e.g., he**in), barbiturates, GHB.

-Stimulants (also referred to as psychostimulants) are drugs that stimulate the central nervous system and speed up the messages going between the brain and the body. These drugs typically increase energy, heart rate and appetite. Some examples of psychostimulants include: methamphetamine(speed, ice, base), co***ne, dexamphetamine, caffeine, ni****ne, MDMA/ecstasy.

-Hallucinogens are drugs which typically alter how a person perceives the world. These drugs can change the way a person sees, hears, tastes, smells or feels different things, including experiencing things that aren't there at all. Some examples of hallucinogens include: ketamine, magic mushrooms, L*D.

SOURCE: https://positivechoices.org.au/students/what-are-illegal-drugs

This is for Work Immersion 2020-2021 😊
- With an aim of promoting Anti-Drug Awareness to people.