Understanding Addiction

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Date:

📚 Part 1: Quick Check & Matching

WALT: Understand what addiction is and identify common types.

Success criteria: I can define addiction, name at least three types, and give examples of impacts.

1. Which best describes addiction?

A habit that never causes problems

A compulsive pattern of behaviour or dependence that continues despite harm

Simply feeling sad for a day

2. Check all options that are types of addiction:

Substance addiction (e.g., alcohol, drugs)

Behavioural addiction (e.g., gaming, internet use)

Social addiction (e.g., gambling)

Short-term tiredness

3. Match each type of addiction (left) with an example (right). Draw lines between columns.

1. Substance addiction

2. Behavioural addiction

3. Social addiction

A. Gambling

B. Alcohol dependence

C. Excessive gaming or social media use

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Reflection

4. In your own words, write a short definition of addiction (one or two sentences):

5. Describe two ways addiction can affect a person's family, school or community:

6. Name one trusted person or service someone could talk to if they are worried about addiction (e.g., parent, teacher, health professional, helpline):

7. Exit ticket — Write one thing you learned today and one question you still have:

🔎 Part 3: Extension & Supports

Extension idea: Choose one type of addiction to research and prepare a short presentation for the next lesson. Consider causes, impacts, and supports.

8. Which type will you research? (Write the type and one idea for your presentation)

Differentiation & supports: Use dyslexia-friendly reading options (simplified handout, audio versions). If you prefer, record your answers verbally instead of writing. Sentence starters: "Addiction is...", "One impact is...", "A support could be...".