Hallucinogens
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe what hallucinogens are and can explain their risks and effects on the body.
Key learning points
- Hallucinogens are drugs change the way someone's senses perceive the world.
- Hallucinogens have risks, including legal, physical and psychological.
- Most hallucinogens are Class A drugs, with very serious consequences for possession and supply.
- There are different ways to say no to others.
- There are different ways to get help and support people.
Keywords
Hallucinogen - a type of drug that can change the way people see, hear, taste, smell, think or feel
Distort - to change or twist something away from its normal or true form
Hallucination - a false experience involving sight, sound, touch, taste and/or smell that seems to be real
Flashback - in this context, when someone re-experiences the effect of the drug after the effect has worn off
Common misconception
Psilocybin (magic mushrooms) are safe because they are natural.
Psilocybin (magic mushrooms) look very similar to mushrooms that can kill. No one can predict exactly how each individual will react to a drug so these pose as much risk as others.
Teacher tip
Before teaching this lesson, you might speak to your school's DSL or RSHE lead about any hallucinogens which are known to be used in your local area.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Depiction or discussion of mental health issues
Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following is the correct definition of withdrawal?
Q2.Which could be the bigger risks if someone is injecting drugs with friends in a remote place?
Q3.It is acceptable to experiment with other people's prescribed medicines - true or false?
Q4.Where could someone get good help or advice if they were worried about drugs?
Q5.Match up the depressant to the class of drug.
Class B
Class A
Class C
Q6.Which would get the heaviest penalty?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Hallucinogens work by ...
Q2.Match up the words to definitions.
drugs that can change the way people see, hear, taste, smell or feel
a false experience involving sight, sound, touch, taste and/or smell
to change or twist something away from its normal or true form
Q3.Risks from hallucinogens include ...
Q4.If you or someone you know needs support with drug misuse, you should ...
Q5.Hallucinogens are all what class of drug?
Q6.Which way of saying 'no' to others might be best?
To help you plan your 9 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Hallucinogens, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 9 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Hallucinogens, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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