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 alternative Another way of thinking or acting Willing to stand up for yourself in a firm but positive way  assertive

In this lesson, you will be able to  describe some reasons to be drug free.  identify alternatives to drug use.  practice refusal skills to stay drug free.

Mapping Concepts Using the main headers in this lesson and the partially completed concept map to the right, draw a concept map on the topic presented. As you go through this lesson, complete your concept map with ways to avoid drugs. Avoiding Drugs Resist peer pressure

Reasons to Avoid Drugs When you avoid drugs, you show respect for yourself. When you avoid drugs, you plan for your future. When you avoid drugs, you stay in control. When you avoid drugs, you respect the law.

Alternatives to Drug Use Deciding to learn to play guitar is an example of an alternative to drug use. alternative Another way of thinking or acting Deal with your problems and issues rather than covering them up with drug use.

How to Refuse Drugs Sooner or later, you’ll probably be pressures to try drugs. You need to be ready to handle this situation the right way.

Resisting Peer Pressure You are not alone when you choose to say no. Choose to spend time with friends who do not use drugs.

Refusal Skills Be assertive when you say no to drug use. assertive Willing to stand up for yourself in a firm but positive way Speak in a firm voice while you’re standing up straight.

Refusal Skills Use the S.T.O.P. formula. Take your time. Be direct. Use the right body language. Don’t apologize. Walk away.

What I Learned Vocabulary Define alternative. Lesson 4 Review

What I Learned List Name three reasons not to use drugs. Lesson 4 Review

What I Learned Describe What are two alternatives to drug use? Describe how these alternatives could make a teen less likely to use drugs. Lesson 4 Review

What I Learned Explain What is the S.T.O.P. formula? How can it allow you to stay drug free? Lesson 4 Review

Thinking Critically Analyze How can being prepared help you refuse drugs? Lesson 4 Review

Thinking Critically Apply What is the most important reason for you to stay drug free? Lesson 4 Review

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