PREVENTION OF HARMFUL HABITS
Psychoactive substance prevention programs provide students with knowledge about the dangers these substances pose to health and quality of life. They foster critical thinking and help young people understand why it is important to choose not to use them.
Students are taught how to recognize and resist peer pressure. For example, it is important to have a clear answer and strong self-awareness so that you can say "no" even when your friends are pressuring you. In addition, the programs foster a sense of responsibility for one's actions and teach how to avoid situations that may lead to the use of psychoactive substances.
To avoid addiction, students are encouraged to find ways to solve problems, such as playing sports, engaging in creative activities, or talking to trusted adults about their difficulties.
- Early consciousness development: At this age, children begin to form their values and understanding of the world. Education about psychoactive substances helps them understand their effects and risks, thereby promoting critical thinking.
- Prevention: Information about the dangers of psychoactive substances can help reduce the risks of use. Children who are aware of the possible consequences are more likely to make healthy decisions.
- Social skills developmentBy learning about psychoactive substances, children can improve their social skills, such as the ability to resist peer pressure and make the right decisions.
- Emotional intelligenceDiscussions about emotions and psychoactive substances help children better understand themselves and others, which contributes to the development of their emotional intelligence.
- Creating a safe environment: Education on this issue contributes to a safer school and community environment where children can grow and develop without negative influences.
- Source of information: Children often receive incorrect information from friends, the media, or the internet. Systematic education helps to provide accurate information and dispel myths.
- The adolescent period: This age is a critical period when young people are forming their identities and values. Education about the effects of psychoactive substances can help them make informed and responsible decisions.
- Increasing knowledge and awareness: Education provides students with knowledge about various psychoactive substances, their effects on the body, mind, and social relationships. Understanding the risks can reduce the likelihood that they will use these substances.
- Critical thinking skills development: By learning about the prevention of psychoactive substance use, children improve their critical thinking and ability to analyze situations, solve problems, and make decisions that can help them resist peer pressure.
- Social skills trainingEducation can help students better understand social relationships and how healthy relationships can be affected by psychoactive substance use.
- Prevention strategies: Students can learn how to recognize and deal with problems related to psychoactive substance use and how to seek help if needed.
- Shaping culture and norms: Education on the prevention of psychoactive substance use helps to shape positive social norms that promote healthy lifestyles and responsible behavior.
- Promotion of seeking help: Students learn that it is normal and important to ask for help when they encounter difficulties or temptations.
This education can contribute to the overall well-being of young people and reduce the consequences of psychoactive substance use.