10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 6. Strategies
Social phobia is connected to substance abuse and various mental health disorders. Promoting self-esteem and positive self-image is critical in preventing substance abuse and improving mental health outcomes. Strategies such as positive self-talk, practicing self-care, setting achievable goals, and cultivating positive relationships can enhance self-esteem and reduce the risk of substance abuse. Implementing these strategies […]
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 5. Self-esteem
Low self-esteem is a key factor in substance abuse and mental health issues, particularly during adolescence, a vulnerable period for developing substance use disorders. The quality of peer relationships and the social environment are crucial in shaping self-esteem. Creating a secure school environment and promoting positive parenting practices can help prevent substance abuse and support […]
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 4. Feedback loop
Drug addiction and substance abuse can have devastating psychological effects on individuals, including anxiety, shame, guilt, depression, and loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities. These effects are often interconnected, creating a negative feedback loop that exacerbates the addiction. Understanding these psychological consequences is crucial for providing appropriate support and treatment to those affected by […]
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 3. Vicious cycle
Substance abuse and mental health are interconnected, with drug addiction causing changes in the body and brain that can lead to mental illness. Addiction affects the brain’s reward center, altering brain chemistry and encouraging further drug use. As a result, priorities shift and the individual becomes more focused on substance use. This cycle of guilt, […]
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 2. Emotion
During adolescence, psychological experiences play a significant role in influencing substance use. Factors like the desire for freedom and uniqueness, emotional turmoil, loneliness, low self-esteem, and the need for emotion regulation can lead teenagers to resort to substance abuse. It is essential to address adolescents’ emotional and social needs to help them make healthy choices […]
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 1. Imitation
Adolescence is a challenging time marked by crises of identification and disconnection. During this period, teenagers often imitate adults and look for role models while seeking to fit in with their peer groups. Substance abuse, such as smoking, alcohol, and drug use, can emerge as a result of these influences, leading to potential long-term consequences […]
EDUMAP 3rd TPM (Online)
We just had our third TPM for the EDU MAP project, and we’re thrilled to share our progress with you! Our project team has worked hard in developing supportive videos about substance abuse for school teachers and we feel they are an excellent tool that can have a significant impact on the prevention of substance […]
Educational supportive videos for school teachers: Effective Educational Tools for Mitigating Substance Abuse
Innovative teaching/learning methods provide opportunities to experience student and teacher success. Creative and engaging materials increase students’ motivation to learn, their interest in the topic, and their curiosity to explore the topic further. The #edumap project has some tips on how to use information technology to make prevention materials attractive and engaging for students. In […]
Educational supportive videos for school teachers: Health and social responses to substance abuse problems
The reality today is that one in six young people have tried or used psychoactive substances at least once. This is one of the biggest challenges facing parents and educators. In the third educational video from the Erasmus+ International project ”EDU MAP”, ”Health and social responses to psychoactive substance use”, you will learn about effective […]
Educational supportive videos for school teachers: How can teachers prevent substance abuse?
How can teachers prevent substance abuse? Substance abuse is not very common at school in general. It usually manifests itself as part of problem behaviour and efforts should be made to prevent it. But first we should find out why the behaviour occurs. Deciding is a very difficult stage in a person’s life. It is […]
