A 4-part addiction education series which covers the topics of childhood trauma and addiction, alcohol, cannabis, and stimulants. This series is a unique approach to looking at addiction and addictive substances as it covers the general effects and dangers as well as health alternatives to each substance we look at. This series aims to counter the old adage of “don’t do drugs” and approaches conversations around addiction and substance use from a shame-free lens which aspires to encourage students to make educated decisions about their health and their future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Addiction Education Lessons hold complex questions about what is truly at the root of addiction and also teaches students about how each drug affects your brain chemistry and how to create desired feelings without harming your brain. These lessons are also written from a perspective that is informed of the complex trauma that Nunavummiut experience and is considering the intergenerational trauma that has extended from residential schools, the dog slaughter, and the TB epidemic for why there are higher rates of substance abuse in Nunavut. This series is meant to be used by teachers, mental health educators, and community outreach workers with students aged 12 and above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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