The facts about drugs

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The facts about alcohol

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?

A drug is a substance that can affect the way the body and {{}} work.

A drug that is given to you by a doctor or pharmacist is called a ...

An over the {{}} drug is one that can be legally bought by an adult to treat minor illnesses.

Match the correct drug type to its effect:

Drug use can lead to {{}} which is when the body relies on a substance to feel alright.

To stay safe around drugs, it is really important to have ...

A {{}} is a substance that affects the way our body or mind work.

brain and nervous system become more alert

Which of these are possible short-term effects of alcohol?

It is illegal for anyone under the age of {{}} years to buy alcohol.

cannot stop using a substance even though it's doing harm

imaginary lines that separate what we will or won't allow

Match the following words to the correct definitions:

Alcohol poisoning can increase the risks of

The facts about drugs

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