Lesson Plan

Drugs and Mental Health: Impact on the Brain

Understand drugs' effects on mental health

This lesson introduces the connection between drug use and mental health. Students will watch an informational video, participate in a class discussion, and complete an activity to understand how drugs can affect the brain and emotions. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the potential risks of drug use and encourages them to make healthy choices.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Step 2

Video Viewing

10 mins

Step 3

Class Discussion

15 mins

Step 4

Activity: Brain and Drug Interaction

15 mins

Step 5

Group Reflection

5 mins

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

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Discussion

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Worksheet

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Drugs and Mental Health: Impact on the Brain

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