TOBACCO,

ALCOHOL &
OTHER DRUG
USE
TOBACCO
Tobacco was first discovered by the native
people of Mesoamerica and South
America and later introduced to Europe and the
rest of the world. 
Tobacco is derived from the leaves of the
genus Nicotiana, a plant from the night-shade
family, indigenous to North and South
America. 
 PRO’S & CON’S
ADVANTAGE
 Smoking cigarettes is said to help
significantly reduce stress, help people
relax, concentrate, and boost mental
strength.
 It also acts as an antidepressant. It is one
of the main reasons why people would
not quit smoking.  
 They think they would not be able to
handle the pressure from work or family
if they quit.
DISADVANTAG
E
 Smoking also increases risk for
tuberculosis, certain eye diseases, and
problems of the immune system,
including rheumatoid arthritis.
Smoking also increases risk for
tuberculosis, certain eye diseases, and
problems of the immune system,
including rheumatoid arthritis.
 ALCOHOL
&
other DRUG ABUSE
 Alcohol a colorless volatile flammable liquid that is
produced by the natural fermentation of sugars and is the
intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other
drinks, and is also used as an industrial solvent and as
fuel.
 There are some people who should not
drink any alcohol, including those who
 Younger than age 21. are:
 Pregnant or may be pregnant.
 Driving, planning to drive, or participating in other activities
requiring skill, coordination, and alertness.
 Taking certain prescription or over-the-counter medications that
can interact with alcohol.
 Suffering from certain medical conditions.
Alcoholism is a serious, compulsory,
progressive and its primary indicators appear as
overallTWO
loss ofTYPES
choice and
OFcontrol.
ALCOHOLISM
 Drunkard- A person  Chronic Alcoholic-

who habitually takes Feeling a strong

or uses any craving or urge to drink
alcohol. Failing to
intoxicating
fulfill major
alcoholic liquor. obligations at work,
school or home due to
repeated alcohol use. 
 Causes of
ALCOHOLIS
People drink alcohol beverages habitually as a food
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with their meals because they think liquor increase
their appetite and make the food taste better.
Some believe that drinking liquor gives them a lift
because of the soothing effect of alcohol
Many believe that alcohol makes them feel
sociable because it lowers their inhibitions allowing
them to make unrestrained conversation.
  Commonly Abused Drugs
1. Marijuana- is a drug obtained from the Indian hemp
plant known as Cannavis Sativa, which growns well in the
Philippines. Its leaves and flowers are dried and cut into
small pieces and rolled into cigarettes.
2. Cocaine- is a stimulant drug. They speed up messages
travelling between the brain and body. Cocaine comes from
the leaves of the coca bush3.Opium- is produced from the
juice of the female poppy plant known as Papaver
3.Somniferum. The poppy capsule is slashed and the juice
the drips from it is formed into a grummy substance which
is brownish black in
color and bitter in taste.
4.Heroine-is synthetic alkaloid derived from morphine
SEXUAL BEHAVIORS
that CONTRIBUTE to
UNINTENDED
PREGNANCY, HIV
INFECTION and other
 SEXUAL
BEHAVIOR
 Sexual Behaviors are behaviors
that involve parts of the body
considered to be “private” or
“sexual”
 These behaviors may be referred to
as “sex play,” and are normally part
of growing up for many children and
adolescents.
TYPES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR

Masturbation is the sexual stimulation of one's own genitals, sexual arousal or other sexual pleasure,

 

usually to the point of orgasm. The stimulation may involve hands, fingers, everyday objects, sex toys such
as vibrators or combinations of these.
Oral sex means using your mouth, lips or tongue to stimulate your partner's genitals or anus. Both
men and women can give their partner oral sex.  Oral sex is commonly practiced by sexually active adults.
Vaginal sex hen a penis enters the vagina, is rubbed against the area around the vaginal
entrance or women rub their vaginas together.
Anal sex is when a penis or sex toy is inserted into the anus.
 Unintended pregnancy-is a pregnancy that is either
unwanted, such as the pregnancy occurred when no
children or no more children were desired intended.

The reasons why unintended pregnancy happens;

1. Sexual curiosity in adolescents

2. Not using of contraceptive while having sexual
intercourse
3. Lack of education and information about
reproduction
4. Early engagement of sexual activity
HIV is transmitted through bodily fluids like blood and
semen. 
Having unprotected sex
Multiple sex partners
illicit injection drug use or sharing
needles
From mother to child during
pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding

*The only way to be absolutely certain you do not become

infected with HIV is to not have sex and not use injection
 Symptoms That Suggest
Sexually Transmitted Infections
 Headaches May Include:
 Weight loss

 Difficulty swallowing  Chronic diarrhea

 Nausea/vomiting
 Fever
 Itchy, rashy skin/skin
 Night sweats lesions
 Fatigue/weakness  Chronic coughing
 Appetite loss  Confusion/delirium
 Difficulty breathing
 Schools and Youth Serving Organizations Can Help school health programs can help
young people adopt lifelong attitudes and behaviors that support their health and well-
being including behaviors that can reduce their risk for HIV and other STDs.

 HIV, STD, and teen pregnancy prevention programs in schools should

1. Provide health information that is basic, accurate, and directly contributes to health-
promoting decisions and behaviors.
2. Ensure that all youth are provided with effective education and skills to protect
themselves and others from HIV infection, other STDs, and pregnancy.
DIETARY PATTERNS
that CONTRIBUTE to
DISEASE
 The fifth category of risk behaviors in
today’s student are causes by dietary
patterns which contribute to disease.
Poor eating patterns
increase the risk of diet-
related chronic disease.
 Good nutrition is essential to keeping current and future
generations healthy across the lifespan. A healthy diet helps
children grow and develop properly and reduces their risk of
chronic diseases.
 Adults who eat a healthy diet live longer and have a lower
risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain
cancers. Healthy eating can help people with chronic
diseases manage these conditions and avoid complications.
 However, when healthy options are not available, people
may settle for foods that are higher in calories and lower in
nutritional value. People in low-income communities and
some racial and ethnic groups often lack access to
convenient places that offer affordable, healthier foods.
The Harmful Effects of
Poor Nutrition
 Obesity
is a chronic physical condition characterized by too
much body fat, which result in high risk for health
problems such as high blood pressure, high blood
cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease and stroke.
 Cancer
 Anyone of a group of diseases that occur
when cells in the body become abnormal and
have the potential to spread and establish
growth in nearby tissues and other parts of
the body
 Diabetes
 isa disease that develops when the body is
unable to produce or respond to insulin
hormone in the normal way.
 Osteoporosis
 Disease characterized by low bone mass and
deterioration of bone tissue, which leads to fragile
bones and a greater risk of fracture, particularly in
older people
Healthy Diet Can Prevent Weight
Gain and Chronic Disease
 Choose minimally processed, whole foods-
whole grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts,
healthful sources of protein (fish, poultry,
beans), and plant oils.
 Limit sugared beverages, refined grains,
potatoes, red and processed meats, and other
highly processed foods, such as fast food.