Lesson Plan
Understanding Addiction: The Brain and Body
Learn how drugs affect the brain and body
This lesson introduces students to the science behind addiction, focusing on how drugs affect the brain and body. Through a simple experiment and guided discussion, students will gain a foundational understanding of addiction's impact. This lesson is important as it helps students develop awareness and critical thinking about substance use and its effects, promoting informed decision-making and healthy lifestyle choices.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Step 1
Introduction
10 mins
Step 2
Experiment: Visualizing Drug Effects
20 mins
Step 3
Guided Discussion
15 mins
Step 4
Worksheet Activity
10 mins
Step 5
Closure and Quiz
5 mins

Discussion


Worksheet


Quiz
Understanding Addiction Quiz

Answer Key
