Learning Area HEALTH Grade Level 8

W6 Quarter 4 Date

I. LESSON TITLE PREVENTION OF SUBSTANCES USE AND ABUSE

II. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING  Analyzes the negative health impact of drinking alcohol, describe the
COMPETENCIES (MELCs) harmful short and long-term effects of drinking alcohol, interprets blood
alcohol concentration (BAC) in terms of physiological changes in the
body and the impact of drinking alcohol on the family, and community.
 Discusses strategies in the prevention and control of cigarette smoking
and drinking alcohol beverages, apply resistance skills in situations related
to cigarette and alcohol use, follow policies and laws in the family, school,
and community.
 Suggests healthy alternatives to cigarette and alcohol to promote healthy
lifestyle (self, family, community)
III. CONTENT/CORE CONTENT
ALCOHOL DRINKING
IV. LEARNING PHASES AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES
I. Introduction (Time Frame: DAY 1)
Alcohol is a colorless, bitter-tasting substance that humans have been consuming since the ancient times  comes from plants
that underwent fermentation is the process of extracting alcohol from a plant or a fruit Example: beer and wine. A beer is
extracted from grains. Wines are from grapes and other fruits.

TYPES OF ALCOHOL

1. Isopropyl 2. Methanol 3. Ethanol. Isopropyl and Methanol are used in laboratories and are poisonous and fatal if taken is also
called beverage alcohol which comes from fruits and grains – When humans consume ethanol alcohol in unregulated amount,
it may result to intoxication and alteration of the nervous system. Alcohol slows down the body systems, so it is a DEPRESSANT- a
drug that suppresses the central nervous system, slows down body function Stimulant, a drug which temporarily quickens the
central nervous system.

EFFECTS OF ALCHOL DRINKING

irritates the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach, makes the heart work harder, makes the body lose heat, causes the liver
to work harder , loss of balance and coordination , impaired speech, hearing, and vision , lightheaded and very elated feeling ,
intoxication, hangover, nausea causes dehydration.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL DRINKS

PHYSICAL EFFECTS
There are many physical effects of alcoholism. You are probably aware of the effects that occur when a person has
been drinking a lot. Their speech maybe slurred, their gait maybe crooked, they may become disoriented or confused. Their
reaction time slows, and they become uncoordinated.
MENTAL EFFECTS
Alcohol can have a very temporary positive impact on our mood in long term it can cause big problems for our mental health.
 Alcohol and stress
 Alcohol and depression
 Alcohol and your suicide
SHORT-TERM EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL
 Drowsiness
 Vomiting
 Diarrhea
 Upset stomach
 Headaches
 Breathing difficulties
 Distorted vision and hearing
 Impaired judgment
LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL

 Permanent damage to the brain

 Vitamin B1 deficiency, which can lead to a disorder characterized by amnesia, apathy and disorientation
 Ulcers
 Gastritis (inflammation of stomach walls)
 Malnutrition
 Cancer of the mouth and throat
 Increased on-the-job injuries and loss of productivity
 Increased family problems, broken relationships

BLOOD-ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION

(BAC) is the amount of alcohol that has entered a person’s bloodstream at certain duration also called blood alcohol level
(BAL) BLOOD-ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION is measured in percentages for instance: Having a BAC of 0.05% means there is 5
parts of alcohol per 10,000 parts of blood in the body. 0.3 – 0.5% BAC could lead to coma, brain damages, and death.

Steps to avoid temptations in drinking alcohol.

Step 1 Just say NO.
Step 2 Say No again and again.
Step 3 Suggest another activity.
Step 4 Give a reason
Step 5 Walk away.

D. Development (Time Frame: DAY 2)

ACTIVITY 1: BOTTOMS UP!

Directions: Complete the table by writing the harmful short- and long-term effects of alcohol drinking based on the blood
alcohol concentration (BAC) given below.

ALCOHOL BAC/BAL SHORT TERM LONG TERM

EFFECTS EFFECTS
0.02-0.04
OR 1 drink in 1 hour

0.03-0.06
OR 2 drinks in 1
hour

0.05-0.14
OR 3 drinks in 1
hour

Follow up.
Directions: Read and answer the questions below. Write your answer on the space provided.

1.What are the physiological changes in the body when you drink too much alcohol?
__________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________.

2. How does alcohol drinking affects the family and the community?
__________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________.
E. Engagement (Time Frame: DAY 2)

ACTIVITY 2: CAUGHT UP!

Directions: Read the situations below. Based on the steps to avoid temptations in drinking alcohol, how can you handle the
situations.
Situation 1
Your friends invited you for a sleepover to make a project in MAPEH. After finishing the project, your friends suggested to
watch a movie. While watching the movie, one friend brought bottles of beer. You were asked to get one and drink. What
should you do?
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________.
Situation 2
You and your friend are walking home from school. Suddenly, you saw a store of alcohol beverages. Your friend told you to
buy a beer and drink it with him. What should you do?
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________.

A. Assimilation (Time Frame: DAY 3)

Activity 3. Gate way or Get away!

Directions: Written in the gateway column are the things that lead you in taking alcoholic drinks. Write on the getaway shape
art, the things you will do to avoid taking alcohol.

GATEWAYs GET AWAY

community
CONFLICT FRIENDS
family

ACTIVITY 4: FLAUNT IT!

Directions Draw an artwork that will correspond with the theme be healthy, alcohol-free. You will be graded using the criteria
below.

Criteria:
Relevance with the theme -50%
Originality-30%
Attractiveness- 20%

V. ASSESSMENT (Time Frame: DAY 4)

(Learning Activity Sheets for Enrichment, Remediation, or Assessment to be given on Weeks 3 and 6)

Activity 5. HEADLINES!

Directions: Read an article about the bad effects of alcohol from newspapers, magazines, journals, or editorials. On a bond or
sheet of paper, write your reaction on it.
VI. REFLECTION (Time Frame: DAY 4)
 Communicate your personal assessment as indicated in the Learner’s Assessment Card.

Personal Assessment on Learner’s Level of Performance

Using the symbols below, choose one which best describes your experience in working on each given task. Draw it
in the column for Level of Performance (LP). Be guided by the descriptions below:
 - I was able to do/perform the task without any difficulty. The task helped me in understanding the target content/
lesson.
 - I was able to do/perform the task. It was quite challenging, but it still helped me in understanding the target
content/lesson.
? – I was not able to do/perform the task. It was extremely difficult. I need additional enrichment activities to be able to
do/perform this task.
Learning Task LP Learning Task LP Learning Task LP

Number 1 Number 3 Number 5

Number 2 Number 4 Number 6
VII. REFERENCES Grade 8 Physical Education and Health Learners Module; Youtube; Google

Prepared by: Carlo E. Marasigan Checked by: NIMFA P. MANALO

APRILITO C. DE GUZMAN
JIMMY J. MORILLO
LEA C. VILLEGAS
ANSELMA M. EBERO