a special sort of liquid that can change how people feel and act; it is found in drinks like beer and wine

when someone eats, drinks or touches something that can harm their body, like a dangerous chemical or some plants or foods

when someone cannot stop taking a substance

in this context, a feeling of needing alcohol to carry out normal daily activities

an imaginary line separating what a person will and won't allow

The facts about alcohol

RSHE (PSHE)

The facts about drugs

This unit explores the reasons behind alcohol and drug use and the associated risks, encouraging informed choices. Pupils learn factual information about alcohol and drugs, understand their physical and mental health impacts, develop skills to resist pressure and know how to seek help when needed.

Risky substances: Why do people use alcohol and drugs?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

Alcohol is a strong chemical that affects the {{}} and mind.

Which of the following are short-term effects of alcohol?

In the UK, it is illegal for anyone under the age of {{}} years to drink or buy alcohol.

Being unable to stop drinking alcohol, even when it is causing harm, is an example of:

People might choose to drink alcohol because...

A drug is a substance that affects the way our {{}} and mind work.

Can you match the following drugs to where they are are commonly found?

Many drugs are addictive which means not being able to {{}} taking a substance.

To stay safe in tricky situations, it is helpful to have clear...

Put these statements in order from most assertive to least assertive when trying to refuse peer pressure.

The facts about alcohol

Lesson outcome

Content guidance