Understanding Addiction and Risks
Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) · 2nd Year · Substance Use and Safe Choices · 4.º Período

Understanding Addiction and Risks

Students learn about the nature of addiction and the physical and social risks associated with substance misuse. They explore the factors that lead to addiction.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSPHE LO 2.6: Understand the concept of addictionSPHE LO 2.7: Identify the risks associated with substance use

About This Topic

Students learn about the nature of addiction and the physical and social risks associated with substance misuse. They explore the factors that lead to addiction.

Key Questions

  1. What is addiction and how does it develop?
  2. What are the risks of substance misuse?
  3. How does addiction affect families and communities?

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