2. Objectives
At the end of the lesson, at least 75% of
the students must be able to;
• a. identify the different factors why do people
take drugs
• b. discuss possible ways of preventing drig
abuse
• c. value the importance of our body as God’s
temple
3. Unlocking of Difficulties/Definition of
Terms
• 1. Drug Use- Consumption of drug or substance for
their particular function.
• 2. Drug Misuse- Unintentional or inappropriate use of
drugs.
• 3. Drug Abuse- Intentional chronic or and excessive use
of drug or substance.
• 4. Drug Tolerance- Body’s ability to become used to
drugs or substances.
• 5. Drug Dependence- Drug or substances becomes the
main focus of the abuser.
• 6. Drug Addiction- Pattern marked both by tolerance
and psychic and physical dependence.
4. What are Drugs?
– Drugs are defined as a chemical substance other
than food that affects the normal function of the
body and mind when being taken in or applied to
the body.
– Drugs are classified as “Over the Counter”,
“Regulated” and “Prohibited”.
7. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 1. Curiosity- The desire
to know about
something. In this case,
knowing how do drugs
affect one’s self.
8. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 2. Low self-esteem- A
person gets courage
and confidence from a
particular drug that he
or she is taking.
9. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 3. Peer pressure- Since
values are not just
taught but are also
caught, the socialization
process is also a factor
in drug abuse.
10. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 4. Adult modeling-
Adults, especially
parents are the
children’s role model
whether it is for good or
not.
11. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 5. Boredom- Always
remember, the devil’s
playground is an empty
mind.
12. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 6. Feeling of Alienation-
Sometimes, people
especially teenagers or
even young adults feel
that they are casted out
of a group. So they will
find a way for them to
be “in”.
13. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 7. Relief of Discomfort-
Discomfort may be in a
form of problems and
burdens in workplace,
school and family.
14. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 8. Depression- state of
mind of where a person
cannot enjoy because
his situation is so
difficult or unpleasant.
15. Reasons Why People Abuse Drugs
• 9. Disruption of Family-
Broken or dysfunctional
family and families with
OFWs may lead to drug
abuse.
16. Effects of Drug Abuse
• A. To one’s self
• Changes in physical and psychological aspects
• B. To Family
• Dysfunction of the family
• Disregarding family’s needs
• C. To the Community
• Higher Crime rate
17. Ways to Avoid Drug Abuse
1. Have a positive self esteem.
2. Be involved in worthwhile activities.
3. Have friends who do not abuse drugs.
4. Have a sense of accomplishment.
5. Have clearly defined goals.
6. Have healthy competition.
7. Be committed to follow rules and law.
8. Be reared in a loving and functional family.