1. Learning Outcomes for Today
To be able to give examples of different drugs (legal and non legal)
To be able to explain the effects that drugs can have on the body
To consider the reasons why people start using drugs

2. In Pairs – 2 minutes
Write down the names of as many drugs as you can think of.
Remember not all drugs are ILLEGAL ones there are LEGAL ones too.

3. Drugs There are many different types of drug, They include: Cannabis
Cocaine
Heroin
Steroids e.g. sport enhancing drugs
Nicotine/Tobacco
Caffeine
Painkillers e.g. Paracetamol

4. Drugs are substances that have effects on the body
MEDICINES - are drugs that help people suffering from pain or disease
RECREATIONAL DRUGS - are taken for pleasure.

5. The Effects of Different Drugs
Use the card sort to try and match up the drug with the EFFECT that is has on the body.

6. Drugs and their effects

7. CANNABIS Most widely used ILLEGAL drug in Britain
It is a mild sedative often causing a chilled out feeling or actual sleepiness
Some people think cannabis is harmless just because it’s a plant – but it isn’t harmless. Cannabis, like tobacco, has lots of chemical 'nasties', which can cause lung disease.

8. COCAINE
Cocaine is a stimulant, so it can, make the heart beat faster and stave off feelings of hunger.
Very addictive. It can be difficult to resist the craving and strong psychological dependence.
Class A drug - illegal to have, give away or sell.

9. HEROIN Heroin is a very strong illegal painkiller.
Heroin slows down body functions
Most users get a rush or buzz a few minutes after taking it.
Bigger doses can make the user sleepy and very relaxed.

10. Sports Enhancing Drugs - Steroids
Sports enthusiasts claim steroids make them able to train harder.
If taken during a strict exercise regime, they can help build muscle mass.
Illegal and sports men and women are tested regularly

11. TOBACCO Contains a drug called NICOTINE that is highly addictive.
When a smoker inhales, the nicotine reaches the brain in 8 seconds. Regular smokers say it helps them relax and feel less hungry.
Can cause cancer, emphysema or heart disease.
It's estimated smoking contributes to 120,000 premature deaths in the UK every year.

12. CAFFEINE Stimulant drug
Found in drinks such as coffee, tea, soft drinks and energy drinks
Many people become addictive

14. For your notes – 10 minutes
Pick at least 2 DRUGS (try to do more)
In your notes tell me:
What effects it has on the body
Any risks from taking the drug
Anything else you know!
If you finish EXPLAIN reasons why people start taking drugs in the first place and why it is hard to give them up