Objective:

Learners critically examine the dangers of drug abuse using one drug as an example and understand the neurobiological and social mechanisms of addiction and recovery.

Content and methods:

The worksheet combines the analysis of a personal experience report with scientific explanations of the effects of substances on the brain. The material is covered through text comprehension questions and the integration of an external educational video. Various task formats, such as multiple-choice questions and matching tasks, reinforce subject knowledge.

Skills:

• Analysis and reflection on individual addiction histories and their effects on the social environment
• Understanding neurobiological processes (reward system, neurotransmitters) and how they are influenced by drugs
• Subject-specific text and media literacy through the evaluation of case studies and video content
• Application and definition of key technical terms such as tolerance, withdrawal, and blood-brain barrier

Target group and level:

Grade 9 and above