Psychoactive drugs

“The Hangover”

Essential Question What are psychoactive drugs and how does the government categorize them?

Interpersonal Communication NHES Skill – Interpersonal Communication Show dialogues that express needs, ideas, and opinions Be clear and organized Show effective ways to say “no” Use appropriate and effective verbal and non-verbal strategies (“I” messages, Appropriate tone, Body language, Attentive listening)

Basically… TALK IT OUT!

Communication Styles Passive: Being passive is withholding your needs and feelings at YOUR expense Aggressive: Being aggressive is stating how you feel and what you want at the EXPENSE of others. Assertive: The ability to convey your needs and feelings respectfully, while respectfully listening to others' needs and feelings. Being assertive is clearly stating your needs, feelings and opinions for the best outcome OF ALL involved parties. “I” Messages: “I understand…I feel…I suggest”

Psychoactive drugs Psychoactive Drugs – chemicals that affect the CNS and alter activity in the brain, change the functioning of the CNS. The central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord, is a complex part of the body. Every form of activity, from bending a finger to solving abstract problems, involves the CNS.

4 Main Groups Stimulants Depressants Narcotics Hallucinogens Some of these drugs in these 4 categories have medical uses when used properly.

Club Drugs Definition – Drugs found at concerts, dance clubs, and drug parties (raves) Effect – either speed up or slow down the senses; affect judgment Designer drugs – synthetic drugs that are made to imitate the effects of other drugs

Ecstasy MDMA Has stimulant and hallucinogenic effects Hallucinogen – drugs that alter moods, thoughts, and sense perceptions (vision, heating, smell, touch) Causes euphoria – feeling of intense well-being or elation

Rohypnol Depressant/sedative Definition - Drugs that slow the central nervous system Date rape drug GHB, Ketamine

Confrontation Communication Break up into groups of 4 One member will be the “druggie,” and each other member will choose a different communications style. The druggie will attempt to persuade each group member to use a psychoactive drug. The other members will then respond according to their communication style. Each skit should be 30 seconds to 1 minute long Each group member must speak at least twice. The skit must have at least 3 facts from the lecture. There must be 3 clear communication styles present. After the skit, the class will decide which style was most effective.

Essential Question What are psychoactive drugs and how does the government categorize them?