Illegal Drugs - Teacher Booklet

Illegal Drugs - The Facts 3 For more information see www.positivechoices.org.au introduction This resource has been developed to informand educate teachers about illegal drugs and prevent and reduce the harms associated with illegal drug use. The best way for young people to avoid harm is to prevent use, delay the onset of use, and to reduce the harm from their own and other people’s use. For example, young people may be affected by an adult or a friend’s drug use. It is important they knowhow to avoid harm fromother people’s use and, where appropriate, to assist themselves or others affected by drug use. what are illegal drugs ? A drug is a substance that affects the way the body functions when it is used, and if it is illegal it means that it is forbidden by law. Different drugs have different effects on people. The effects of a drug are influenced by many factors, making them unpredictable and dangerous, especially for young people. On pages 23–34 you will find a list of common illegal drugs and their effects. cannabis PILLS AND ECSTASY methamphetamine cocaine inhalants heroin Hallucinogens ketamine GHB benzodiazepines poLydrug use NEW psychoactive substances