2 Drug Unit S.O.L’s 9.1The student will apply health knowledge and skills to the development and analysis of personal goals to achieve and maintain long-term health and wellness. Key concepts/skills include c) development of personal standards regarding the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other harmful substances; f) establishment of personal parameters for appropriate and inappropriate health behaviors; 9.3The student will analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the relationships among positive health behaviors, prevention and treatment of injury, and premature death. Key concepts/skills include c) identification of situations involving risks; e) the effects of alcohol and other drug use.
3 Drug Unit S.O.L’s 9.4The student will use various sources of information to evaluate global health issues. Key concepts/skills include b) the benefits of information provided by recognized sources, such as state and local health departments, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the American Dietetic Association (ADA), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the World Health Organization (WHO), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). 9.5 The student will evaluate the benefits of collaboration in relation to community health and wellness initiatives. Key concepts/skills include a) the impact of developing positive relationships among health, wellness, and safety professionals for promotion of healthy communities; c) development of school and community health programs for citizens of all ages; d) the need for community services; e) the awareness of health-related social issues such as organ donation, homelessness, underage drinking, and substance abuse.
4 Bell Ringer #1 Write a half a page red to red on the below statement. Save these to be turn in on test day. Worth 10 points. Some people say that physical exercise should be a required part of every school day. Other people believe that students should spend the whole school day on academic studies. Which opinion do you agree with? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.
5 What is Marijuana? Green, brown, or gray mixture of dried,shredded leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers of the hemp plant All forms are mind altering
10 Marijuana Stored in the body long after it has been introducedIt is fat-soluble (Stored in fatty areas like heart & lungs) THC can stay in the body for as long as 3-6 weeks after other chemicals are gone.
12 Why do people use it? Influence from family or friendsTV, music, or Movies showing/saying that it’s cool Feeling that it helps one escape from problems
14 Marijuana Marijuana is used as a medicine.THC, is developed into a pill available by prescription. It’s used to treat nausea and vomiting that occur in some cancer patients. Also used with AIDS patients to help them eat more to keep up their weight.
15 Short Term Effects Blood shot eyesReduced concentration and coordination Short term effects last 3-5 hours Impaired short-term memory Driving is affected Giggly for no reason
17 Want to quit? There are currently no medications to help one stop using marijuana. Treatment facilities are becoming more common.