9 key points to raise awareness on substance abuse
The family unit plays an irreplaceable role during an individual’s formative years. As adolescents navigate the challenges of growth, the atmosphere at home can either be a guiding light or a shadow of doubt. #teaching #rolemodel #edumap #erasmus #erasmusplus #substanceabuse #abusion #prevention
9 key points to raise awareness on substance abuse
Adolescents in Europe face an increasing challenge with substance abuse, with MDMA usage alarmingly prevalent. As we address this issue, we must remember that its impact reverberates beyond just the individual, affecting families and communities. #teaching #rolemodel #edumap #erasmus #erasmusplus #substanceabuse #abusion #prevention
10 key point of prevent substance abuse: 8. Signs of abuse
Teachers can help prevent substance abuse by creating a safe environment for students to express concerns, building trusting relationships, involving parents in the prevention and intervention process, and recognizing signs of substance abuse. Acting discreetly and providing support can be crucial in addressing the issue. #edumap #erasmus #erasmusplus #substanceabuse #substance #drug #addiction #education #signs
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: 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, […]
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EduMap Sneak Peek of Chapter 5
Our international #EduMapProject team would like to present the fifth chapter “Short and long-term effects of substance abuse” of the upcoming Handbook for Substance Abuse. Here’s some statistics about European youth Around 47% admit to regularly using alcohol 1 out of 6 European students (around 17%) admit to have used sedatives or sleeping pills 4% […]
EduMap Sneak Peek of Chapter 3
Puberty in general is a very difficult phase in the life of a human being. With it comes changes in body, mind and behaviour. It is also usually during this period that most people have their first contact with alcohol, cigarettes and other substances. What are the Emotional and Physical Signs of Teen Substance […]
EduMap Sneak Peek of Chapter 1
The use of alcohol, tobacco, and other substances is one of the biggest problems of adolescence because adolescence is the period when important physical, emotional, behavioural, and other changes take place, which determine one or another way of lifestyle. Young people, especially teenagers can struggle to control themselves, so they often go through […]
