MODULE 3:

Drug Education

Definition of Terms
DRUGS
A chemical substance that brings about physical, emotional, or behavioral change in
a person taking it.
Objectives: Any substance other than food or water that is intended to be taken or administered
• Define Substance Abuse
• Explore variety of drugs commonly
for the purpose of altering, sustaining or controlling the recipients’’ physical, mental
used by young people or emotional state.
• Discuss and record the impact of
drugs on one’s health, family life,
work and education
DRUG ABUSE
Core Contents: Drug abuse is the continuous misuse of any substance, licit, illicit which results to
• What is Drug? Its origin changes in an individual’s physical, mental or behavioral condition. Drug abuse exists
• Substance Abuse when a person continually uses a drug other than its intended purpose. This continued
• Classifications of Drugs use can lead to drug dependence, a state of physical and psychological dependence
• Reasons for Substance Abuse or both on a dangerous drug.
• Commonly Abused Drugs
• Effects of Substance Abuse
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs DRUG DEPENDENCY
Act of 2002
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention
This is the state of physical and psychological dependence, or both, on a dangerous
drug, or drugs, experienced by a person following the use of that substance on a
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
periodic or continuous basis. A person dependent on drugs will experience
withdrawal reactions (also known as “cold turkey”, symptoms that occur after long-
References: term use of a drug is reduced or stopped abruptly) after abstaining from drugs.
• file:///E:/NSTP/MAPUA%20NSTP%

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ADDICTION
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
Understanding the National Drug addiction is a complex, and often chronic, brain disease. It is characterized by
Service training Program excessive drug craving, seeking, and use. Addiction is caused by brain changes caused
by constant drug use.

Origin of Drugs
Natural – anything that comes from nature.
Synthetic – anything that is produced artificially or processed in a laboratory.

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Classification of Drugs
Stimulants
• “uppers”
• Any group of drugs that excite the central nervous system.
• Increases alertness, alleviate fatigue, reduce hunger and provide a feeling of
Objectives: well-being.
• Define Substance Abuse
• Explore variety of drugs commonly • EXAMPLES: cocaine, Methamphetamine (Shabu)
used by young people
• Discuss and record the impact of
drugs on one’s health, family life,
work and education

Core Contents:
• What is Drug? Its origin
• Substance Abuse
• Classifications of Drugs
•
•
Reasons for Substance Abuse
Commonly Abused Drugs
Depressants
• Effects of Substance Abuse • “downers”
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs • Any drug that decreases the activity of any bodily function.
Act of 2002 • Reduces the function of central nervous system.
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention • EXAMPLES: Sedatives, sleeping pills, Tranquillizers
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• file:///E:/NSTP/MAPUA%20NSTP%
202019%20Module.pdf
• RA 9165
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
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Hallucinogens
• “psychedelics”
• Developed as appetite suppressants
• Any natural or synthetic psychoactive drugs that produce marked distortion
of the senses and changes in perception
• EXAMPLES: MJ, Ecstasy

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Reasons for Abusing Drugs

Experimenting
It is not uncommon for addiction to stem from a person being curious and
experimenting with drugs or alcohol. It is a scenario that often starts with a young
person using alcohol or marijuana out of curiosity. While it seems harmless,
Objectives: adolescents that experiment with drugs and alcohol are more likely to develop
• Define Substance Abuse
substance use disorder according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
• Explore variety of drugs commonly
used by young people
• Discuss and record the impact of Family History / Genetics
drugs on one’s health, family life,
work and education
If you have a family history of drug addiction, you may have a genetic predisposition
to develop an addiction to drugs or alcohol. It is stated that about 30% – 70% of a
Core Contents: person’s risk for addiction is linked to the genes they are born with along with other
• What is Drug? Its origin social factors.
• Substance Abuse
•
•
Classifications of Drugs
Reasons for Substance Abuse
Prescription Drugs
• Commonly Abused Drugs There is a popular misconception that any medication prescribed by a doctor is safe.
• Effects of Substance Abuse Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Doctors prescribe medications to alleviate
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs symptoms of physical or mental health issues. However, many individuals are not
Act of 2002 properly educated on the risks that the medications may carry. Chronic pain is often
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention
managed through opioid medications, which are highly addictive. Dependent upon
the amount used and other factors, someone may require a medical detox just to stop
Methodology: using opioids. Likewise, those suffering from anxiety and depression may be
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
prescribed addictive medications to ease symptoms. Non-addictive medication
References: and/or pain recovery services are often available
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Loneliness
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
Addiction can start when an individual feels lonely or is isolated from the friends and
Understanding the National family. They turn to drugs and alcohol thinking that it will fill a void that they have
Service training Program been living with. People lacking positive daily interaction may choose to use
substances to feel happy or content. Additionally, users begin to alienate themselves
further if they fear being judged or that help is not available to them.

Peer Pressure
Peer pressure usually applies to adolescents or young adults. The need to fit in, on
some level, is built into each and every one of us. Some people may feel the need to
participate in potentially harmful activities to do so. The pressure of being around
others who are abusing drugs or alcohol can push someone to follow suit.

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Drugs and Alcohol Can Make You Feel Good

There is a popular quote in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous that states: “Men
and women drink essentially because they like the effect produced by alcohol.” While
this seems obvious, some people like the effect so much that they are unable to stop.
It may be difficult to see the harm in something that makes you feel good.

Objectives: Mental Health Disorder

• Define Substance Abuse
• Explore variety of drugs commonly Depression, anxiety, and PTSD can put individuals at higher risk of developing an
used by young people addiction. Using substances to cope with difficult feelings may seem like an easier
• Discuss and record the impact of path for some. Though they may seem crippling at times, there is help available to
drugs on one’s health, family life, anyone struggling with a mental health disorder. Non-narcotic medications are often
work and education
available for most mental health disorders. It’s worth researching with a doctor to see
if there is an alternative to addictive medications.
Core Contents:
• What is Drug? Its origin
• Substance Abuse Recreation
• Classifications of Drugs Many people use drugs or alcohol socially with friends or to “unwind” after a long day.
• Reasons for Substance Abuse
They often see substances as a way to relax or clear their minds. Recreational drug
• Commonly Abused Drugs
• Effects of Substance Abuse users are still at risk to become addicted if their use becomes more frequent or they
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs use highly addictive substances.
Act of 2002
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention
Alcohol Isn’t Enough
Methodology: For some, alcohol stops doing the trick. A few beers after work or having drinks with
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing friends at a local bar just doesn’t have the same effect that it used to. Some individuals
end up “chasing a buzz” that they were once able to attain with a few drinks. This can
References: leave someone powerless over alcohol and unable to quit drinking.
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Self-Medicating
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP People struggling with any of a multitude of ailments may turn to drugs or alcohol to
Understanding the National ease their pain. Mental health disorders and chronic pain leave some seeking
Service training Program solutions on their own. Alcohol or other substances can alleviate symptoms and seem
like a short-term solution. However, people should look for manageable, long-term
solutions under medical supervision to combat these issues.

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Common Signs of Drug Abuse

• Changes in attendance in school or work
• Changes in the normal capabilities in school/work
• Abrupt changes in overall attitude
• Generally lazy, irritable, discourteous, aggressive
Objectives: • Usually untrustworthy and lacks self-confidence
• Define Substance Abuse
• Explore variety of drugs commonly
• Manipulative
used by young people • Have a distorted view of reality
• Discuss and record the impact of • Low frustration tolerance
drugs on one’s health, family life, • Con-game player
work and education
• Lacks interest in his studies/work (withdrawal from responsibilities)
Core Contents: • Blames everybody but himself (blame tosser)
• What is Drug? Its origin • No respect for the rights of others
• Substance Abuse • Prefers to stay with peers (barkada)
• Classifications of Drugs • May frequently go to odd places (to take drugs)
• Reasons for Substance Abuse
• Poor physical appearance (unconcerned with grooming and hygiene)
• Commonly Abused Drugs
• Effects of Substance Abuse • Wearing of sunglasses at inappropriate times
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs • Unusual effort to cover arms to hide needle marks (long- sleeved garments)
Act of 2002 • Stealing items which can be readily sold
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention • Unusual borrowing of money from relatives and friends
• Association with known drug
Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
Commonly Abused Drugs
References:
• file:///E:/NSTP/MAPUA%20NSTP% SHABU
202019%20Module.pdf
• RA 9165
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
IMMEDIATE EFFECTS:
Understanding the National • Produces anxiety, tension, irritability, irrational behavior, talkativeness
Service training Program and loss of self-control
• Loss of appetite and insomnia
• Can lead to acute psychotic reactions, violent and destructive behaviors,
recklessness that may result to accidents.
• Includes chest pain, irregular heart rate and blood pressure
• Weight loss , convulsion and death from cardiac arrest
LONGTERM EFFECTS:
• Manifestations of full blown “psychosis” which is similar to schizophrenia,
characterized by paranoid delusions, auditory or visual hallucinations.
• Can lead to aggressive behaviors.

MARIJUANA OR CANNABIS SATIVA

IMMEDIATE EFFECTS:
• Hallucinations/illusions
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• Blood shot eye/rapid eye movement (REM)
• Dry mouth and throat
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MARIJUANA OR CANNABIS SATIVA

IMMEDIATE EFFECTS:
• Hallucinations/illusions
• Fast heartbeat
• Blood shot eye/rapid eye movement (REM)
Objectives: • Dry mouth and throat
• Define Substance Abuse • Forgetfulness/inability to think
• Explore variety of drugs commonly • Disorientation
used by young people • Impaired reflexes coordination and concentration
• Discuss and record the impact of
• Acute panic reaction
drugs on one’s health, family life,
work and education LONGTERM EFFECTS:
• Severe irritation of nasal passages that leads to frequent nose bleeding
Core Contents: • Renal damages
• What is Drug? Its origin • Heart disease, stroke
• Substance Abuse • Psychiatric consequences
• Classifications of Drugs
• Reasons for Substance Abuse
INHALANTS/ECSTACY
• Commonly Abused Drugs
• Effects of Substance Abuse
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs IMMEDIATE EFFECTS:
Act of 2002 • Prone to bleeding and bruises
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention • Memory loss
• Loss of body control
Methodology: • Cramps, pains and cough
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

LONGTERM EFFECTS:
References:
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• Permanent damage of brain, liver and kidneys
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• RA 9165 Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
Understanding the National
Service training Program • Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 or Republic Act 9165 is an
act that supersedes R.A. 6425 or the Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972.
• This amended law practices a more intensive approach against drug
abuse, trafficking and enforcement.
• It also gives emphasis on the role of the educational system in information
dissemination and prevention campaign.
• It re-evaluates the procedures, policies and programs concerning drug
abuse.
• It highlights the importance of rehabilitation and reintegration of
rehabilitated individuals to society.

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Unlawful Acts and Penalties

SEC. 5 Sale, Trading, Administration, Dispensation, Delivery,
Distribution and Transportation of Dangerous Drugs and/or Controlled Precursors
and Essential Chemicals
SEC. 6 Maintenance of a Den, Dive or Resort
Objectives: SEC. 11 Possession of Dangerous Drugs
• Define Substance Abuse SEC. 15 Use of Dangerous Drugs
• Explore variety of drugs commonly
SEC. 19 Unlawful Prescription of Dangerous Drugs
used by young people
• Discuss and record the impact of
drugs on one’s health, family life, Dangerous Drugs Test and Record
work and education
Requirements
Core Contents:
• What is Drug? Its origin SEC. 36 Authorized Drug Testing
• Substance Abuse
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Classifications of Drugs
Reasons for Substance Abuse
Participation of the Family, Students,
• Commonly Abused Drugs Teachers and School Authorities in the
• Effects of Substance Abuse
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Enforcement of the Act
Act of 2002
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention SEC. 46 Special Drug Education Center

Methodology: Program for Treatment and Rehabilitation of

Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing
Drug Dependents
References:
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Treatment and Rehabilitation
• RA 9165
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP SEC. 60 Confidentiality of Records under the Voluntary Submission
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to apply under the Voluntary Submission Program

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Youths in Drug Abuse Prevention

Here are some ways the youth can step up in this endeavor:

1. UNDERSTAND. Know the concept and reality of drug abuse. Having a grasp of
the addiction can help in avoiding it and watching out for others.
Objectives: 2. LISTEN. Open yourself up in the knowledge of the experts and experiences of
• Define Substance Abuse others that have undergone the abuse. Hear the stories and get their lessons to
• Explore variety of drugs commonly
heart.
used by young people
• Discuss and record the impact of 3. SHARE. Share your knowledge and network in aiding others towards being
drugs on one’s health, family life, informed and recognizing their role in drug prevention.
work and education 4. ENCOURAGE. Give your peers and family members a good push in the right
direction whether its prevention or rehabilitation.
Core Contents: 5. SUPPORT. Take part in activities beneficial in the drug abuse prevention
• What is Drug? Its origin initiative. Add your presence to the growing force tackling this issue.
• Substance Abuse
• Classifications of Drugs
6. ORGANIZE. Great minds think alike. Having a mutual goal, it is more
• Reasons for Substance Abuse purposeful to combine efforts and sources to create a bigger impact about the
• Commonly Abused Drugs concern.
• Effects of Substance Abuse 7. INFORM. Approached appropriate government agencies regarding incidents
• Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs and cases of drug abuse.
Act of 2002
• Youth’s in Drug Abuse Prevention

Methodology:
Lecture-Discussion, Insight sharing

References:
• file:///E:/NSTP/MAPUA%20NSTP%
202019%20Module.pdf
• RA 9165
• F.C. Labuguen, NSTP
Understanding the National
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