Drugs, Definitions, and Decision Making

Understanding effects and risks Building critical thinking skills Making informed health choices

Learning Objectives

Understand effects and risks of common drugs in New Zealand Define key drug-related vocabulary accurately Recognise peer pressure and social influences Develop critical thinking about personal decisions Collaborate effectively in group activities

What Influences Our Decisions?

Think about a recent important decision you made What factors influenced your choice? How do friends and social media affect our decisions?

Common Drugs in New Zealand

Drug and Definition Matching Game

Work in pairs or groups of 3-4 Match drug names with correct definitions Discuss your reasoning with group members Use prior knowledge and logical thinking Prepare to explain your matches to the class

Key Definitions - Let's Review

Depressant: Slows down the central nervous system Stimulant: Speeds up the central nervous system Hallucinogen: Alters perception and reality Addiction: Physical and psychological dependence Tolerance: Needing more of a substance for same effect

Peer Pressure vs. Personal Choice

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Remember This

Your health and future are worth more than fitting in with the wrong crowd. Make decisions that align with your values and goals.