DRUG EDUCATION

Section 1: Substance abuse

DRUGS - A medicine or other substance which has a physiological effect when

ingested or otherwise introduced to the body.
DRUG ABUSE - The excess consumption of drugs or taking in combinations of
drugs without listening to the advice or following the prescription given by
competent authorities.
DRUG ADDICTON - The state of chronic intoxication caused by repeated and
improper consumption of drugs.
Characterized by
An overpowering desire to take the substance
A tendency to increase the dosage.
A psychological and physical dependence on the substance.

DRUG DEPENDENCE - The state of having an unruly drive to use drugs in

order to achieve physical and mental stability following a cycle but improper
use of the substance.
DRUG TOLERANCE - A condition in which the body builds up resistance to the
effects of a drug, so that larger quantities are needed to obtain the same effect.
Withdrawal syndrome - The condition in which the user becomes uncomfortable
and very irritable as an after effect of the drug taken.
Classifications of Dangerous Substances
Prohibited Drugs - Drugs that are considered illegal and only drug manufacturers
and institutions engaged in the study of scientific and medicinal importance are
authorized to use and have it.
Regulated Drugs - Drugs that have great medicinal value given or administered
only with proper authorization from doctors or other competent authorities.
Common signs of substance abuse
- IRRITABLE, DISCOURTEOUS, DEFIANT AND AGGRESSIVE
BEHAVIOR
- UNTRUSTWORTHY AND LACKS SELF-CONFIDENCE
- HAS LOW FRUSTRATION TOLERANCE
- SUDDEN CHANGE OF HABITS
- UNHEALTHY AND DISINTERESTED ABOUT HIS GROOMING AND
APPEARANCE
- INAPPROPRIATE EYE PUPIL DILATION AND CONTRACTION
- PREFERS TO BE IN THE COMPANY OF BAD ELEMENTS
- LOSES INTERESTS IN STUDIES OR WORK
- INAPPROPRIATE WEARING OF SUNGLASSES
- REDUCED OR IMPAIRED PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

Common reasons why people turn to drugs

- LACKS OF PARENTAL GUIDANCE
- TO ESCAPE FROM PROBLEMS
- CURIOSITY ABOUT ITS EFFECTS
- TO BE ACCEPTED IN A GROUP OR PEER PRESSURE
- IGNORANCE ON THE EFFECTS OF THE SUBSTANCE
- TO EMULATE A NEGATIVE ROLE MODEL
- LACK OF OUTLETS FOR OTHER INTERESTS
- LACK OF SELF-CONFIDENCE
- DEPRESSIONS AND FRUSTRATIONS
- TO STAY AWAKE, ALERT AND FULL OF VIGOR
Section 2: Basic classification of addictive substances
Narcotics - a drug or other substance affecting mood or behavior and sold for
nonmedical purposes, especially an illegal one.
Examples: Opium, Morphine, Codeine and heroin

Depressants or Sedatives - a drug taken for its calming or sleep-inducing effect.

Commonly referred to as downers.
Examples Barbiturates, alcohol

Stimulants - a substance that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in

the body.
Examples: Amphetamine, Cocaine, Shabu, Caffeine and nicotine.

Hallucinogens - a drug that causes hallucinations. Changes perception, thoughts

and feelings.
Examples: LSD, Marijuana, Ecstasy

Inhalants - a solvent or other material producing vapor that is inhaled by users for
its intoxicating effect which contains mind or mood altering chemical.
Examples – Solvent Cement, Contact Cement, Acetone

Effects of drug abuse to an individual

Malnutrition – They miss their regular meals because they lose appetite.

Panic Reaction – the loss of thought processes can cause panic reaction or feelings
of invulnerability, both of these states can lead to injury or death.

Physical Damages - In addition to those diseases which accompany the use of

unsterile syringes and contaminated drugs, drug abuse may cause certain medical
problems.
Section 3: Drug prevention measures.

Government responsibilities

1. There must be clear cut anti-drug policies and make sure that these policies are
being observed and laws strictly enforced.
2. Government must provide adequate programs and facilities for the total
development especially of young individuals.
3. Implement or encourage programs that will help strengthen the moral fiber of the
society

Parental Responsibilities

1. Have time for the children.

2. Help young individuals gain self-confidence.
3. Encourage the children to participate socially, emotionally, morally, physically,
mentally and spiritually enriching activities in school or in the community.
4. Encourage the children to plan for a sound future.
5. Help them to appreciate the value of good health and healthy lifestyle.

Individuals Responsibility

1. Learn to say no even when the one offering is your close friend or relative.
2. Learn how to deal with negative feelings and emotions.
3. Talk to someone who can be trusted if you need advice for your problems.
4. Learn to socialize.
5. Enhance your special talents and explore for new interests and hobbies.

The four pillars of actions against illegal drugs

- Supply reduction
- Demand reduction
- Alternative development
- Civic awareness

Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 - or Republic Act No.

9165 is a consolidation of Senate Bill No. 1858 and House Bill No. 4433.
It was enacted and passed by the Senate of the Philippines and House of
Representatives of the Philippines on May 30, 2002 and May 29, 2002,
respectively. It was signed into law by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
on June 7, 2002.

This Act repealed the Republic Act No. 6425, otherwise known as the
Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972, as amended, and providing funds for its
implementation. Under this Act, the Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB)
remains as the policy-making and strategy-formulating body in planning
and formulation of policies and program on drug prevention and control.

It also created the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) under

the Office of the President, which serves as the implementing arm of the
DDB, shall be responsible for the efficient and effective ambt ... law
enforcement of all the provisions on any dangerous drugs, controlled
precursors and essential chemicals as provided in this Act.

Article II Unlawful Acts and Penalties

• Section 4 –Importation of Dangerous Drugs –Penalty Life Imprisonment

to death with fine of P500,000 to P10,000,000.

• Section 5 –Sale Trading, Admin Station, Dispensation, Delivery,

Distribution

PURPOSES OF RANDOM DRUG TESTING

1. To determine the prevalence of drug users among the students

2. To assess the effectivity of school-based and community based
prevention programs
3. To deter the use of illegal drugs
4. To facilitate the rehabilitation of drug users and dependents
5. To strengthen the collaboration efforts of identified agencies against the
use of illegal drugs and in the rehabilitation of drug users and dependents..
 “Drug Counselor” shall mean a person trained in the techniques of
guidance counseling particularly dealing with cases of drug dependency.
The Drug Testing Coordinator shall designate such person.
“Drug Testing Coordinator ” shall be the point person in the school
tasked with handling random drug testing which shall be the principal of a
secondary school, the administrator of a technical vocational education
and training institution or the administrator appointed by the
president/chief executive officer in tertiary institutions.