K to 12 Grade 8 Mapeh, Health, Cigarettes

INTRODUCTION

This learning material is designed to inform you about the dangers of gateway drugs and teach you the

various strategies to prevent substance use and abuse. It will provide you with a solid knowledge base from which you may gain more information about prevention, intervention, and laws governing substance abuse. You will also learn about the implications of cigarettes and alcohol use to self, family, community and the country as a whole. Varied activities are designed to help you learn strategies to prevent cigarette and alcohol use and abuse.

Because they are generally accepted and widely available, cigarette and alcohol remain both major health threats among Filipinos. What is more alarming is the fact that use of these gateway drugs makes one more vulnerable to dangerous drugs such as marijuana and shabu. Thus, it is always best not to light that first cigarette or drink that first bottle of beer. Live with the principle: “Be smart, do not start!”

As you go through this learning material, you need to answer the assessment which checks your prior knowledge and understanding of the topics. Activities are divided into four parts namely: Knowledge, Process, Understanding and Transfer. Every part will be culminated by an assessment to check your level of proficiency. Suggested media resources and beyond class hour activities are also provided to enhance and enrich your learning during days without classes.

  K to 12 Grade 8 Mapeh, Health, Cigarettes