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DRUG EDUCATION  What is REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9165? AN ACT INSTITUTING THE COMPREHENSIVE DANGEROUS DRUGS ACT OF 2002. It is the policy of the State to safeguard the integrity of its territory and the well-being of its citizenry particularly the yout...

DRUG EDUCATION  What is REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9165? AN ACT INSTITUTING THE COMPREHENSIVE DANGEROUS DRUGS ACT OF 2002. It is the policy of the State to safeguard the integrity of its territory and the well-being of its citizenry particularly the youth, from the harmful effects of dangerous drugs on their physical and mental well-being, and to defend the same against acts or omissions detrimental to their development and preservation.  The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002 (R.A 9165), is an answer to the globally challenging problem on the usage of dangerous drugs abuse.  President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo signed this Act into law on 07 June 2002 and it took effect on 04 July 2002.  PDEA The same Law also paved the way for the creation of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) to serve as the implementing and operational arm of the DDB. The Law expanded the range of unlawful acts and increased heavily the corresponding imposable penalties; as well as greatly reduced the threshold quantities of drugs for non-bailable offenses. 1.WHAT ARE THE COMMON RESPONSIBILITES OF CHED & TESDA? RA 9165, Article IV mandates the following functions: a.Provide continuing in-service training of teachers on the effective utilization of the support instructional materials and on teaching strategies on drug education b.Continuously monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and overall impact of drug education program Secure funds from local and foreign donors for the implementation of the drug education program AGENCIES RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MONITORING OF DRUG CHED EDUCATION TESDA Enriching and updating the integration of a.Integrating drug abuse prevention dangerous drug prevention concepts in concepts in the technical, vocational and the general education of all higher agro-industrial courses education course offerings and in the professional subjects, especially in b.Integrating drug abuse prevention health – related and science teacher concepts in appropriate instructional education courses materials for technical education and skills development  Should drug abuse prevention and control be part of the school curricula? Article IV, Sec. 43 of Republic Act 9164 stipulates that instruction on drug abuse prevention and control be integrated in the elementary, secondary and tertiary curricula of all public and private schools, whether general, technical, vocational  DRUG ABUSE Drug abuse is a losing game for it’s would be victims. It lurks or furtively waiting for willing victims. Victims of ignorance and adventurism, enter to the new unknown world of social outcast, the menace of the society. Their dastardly acts make our place unsafe for living. They may influence the innocent to be with them.  DRUGS A drug is a chemical substance used as medicine or in making medicines, which affects the body and mind and has potential for abuse. Without an advice or a prescription from a physician, drugs can be harmful. TWO FORMS OF DRUGS  NATURAL DRUGS The natural drugs include natural plant leaves, flowering tops, resin, and marijuana.  ARTIFICIAL DRUGS These are produced by laboratories which include those drugs that are controlled by law because they are used in medical practice.  Drugs also help people’s bodies and minds function better during an illness. But drugs have to be taken correctly and seriously in order to achieve the desired medical outcome. The wrong drug or the wrong amountof the right one can worsen an illness; destroy blood cells, damage the body and may cause death.  PRESCRIPTION DRUGS These are drugs requiring written authorization from a doctor in order to allow a purchase. They are prescribed according to the individual’s age, weight, height, condition and this should not be taken by anyone else. It is a personal requirement and self-medication should be strictly avoided.  Since the chemistry of the body is subtle and variable, only a physician has the responsibility of prescribing and directing the use of drugs in the treatment of illness. The prescriptive drugs may be classified into three: a) drug with prescription, b) regulated drugs, c) prohibited drugs. OVER-THE- COUNTER DRUGS These are nonprescription medicines, which may be purchased from any pharmacy or drugstore without any prescription from a doctor. They are used to treat minor and short term illnesses. OVER-THE- COUNTER DRUGS These are nonprescription medicines, which may be purchased from any pharmacy or drugstore without any prescription from a doctor. They are used to treat minor and short term illnesses. These are used for the prevention and symptomatic relief of minor ailments  Amount of drug in a dose Minimal Maximal Toxic dose Dose dose The amount The largest produces amount of a drug untoward effects needed to a person can take heal without toxicity  Amount of drug in a dose Abusive Lethal dose dose it produces It causes side effects someone’s death. The five methods of drug administration  ORAL INJECTION The safest, most convenient It offers a faster response and economical route than the oral method whenever possible  INHALATION TOPICAL It uses gaseous and volatile The application of drugs drugs which are inhaled and directly to a body site such absorbed rapidly as the skin  IONTOPHORESIS The introduction of drugs into deeper layers of the skin by the use of electric current A drug may cause effects because of any of the following: Overdose – when too much of a drug is taken there may be an over extension of each effects Allergy –some drugs cause release of histamine giving rise to allergic symptoms such as dermatitis, swelling, fall in blood pressure, suffocation and death Idiosyncrasy – for some reason the effect is the opposite of what is expected of the drug Side effects – some drugs are not receptors for one organ but receptors for other organs as well. The effect in the other organ may constitute a side effect which is unwanted. PHARMACOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION  DEPRESSANTS Also called downers. These are drugs, which suppress vital body functions especially those of the brain or central nervous system with the resulting impairment of judgment, hearing, speech and muscular coordination. They dull the minds, slow down body reactions to such extent that accidental deaths and/ or suicides; usually happen. They include the narcotics ,barbiturates, tranquilizers, alcohol and other volatile solvents.  STIMULANTS They produce effects opposite to that of the depressants. Instead of bringing relaxation and sleep, they produce increased mental alertness, wakefulness, reduce hunger and provide a feeling of well-being.  HALLUCINOGEN S These are drugs that consist of a variety of mind- altering drugs, which distort reality, thinking and perceptions of time, sound, space and sensations. Hallucinogens are the only drugs that destroy the individual’s concept of mass. A person under the influence of these drugs cannot tell the difference between a five-peso coin from a one-peso coin.  VOLATILE SOLVENTS if a person sniffs toxic chemicals contained in glue and other volatile or strong-smelling substances, he can experience serious mental confusion. Damage to vital organs may also be possible. The user to acquire a feeling of ecstacy and power of high feelings sniff these substances that vaporize easily.  LEGAL CLASSIFICATION OF DRUGS  1. PROHIBITED DRUGS Prohibited drugs are narcotics, depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, cannabis, or other controlled substances; whole sale, purchase, transfer, use, or possession is prohibited or restricted by law. Examples of prohibited drugs include marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and phencyclidine  2. REGULATED DRUGS Regulated drugs are substances that are controlled by the federal government due to their known risk for misuse and dependence. These drugs can be obtained either over- the-counter, or by prescription. COMMONLY ABUSED DRUGS  1. Sedatives – drugs which reduce anxiety and excitement such as barbiturates, non-barbiturates, tranquilizers. 2. Stimulants – drugs which increase alertness and activity such as amphetamines, cocaine and caffeine. 3. Hallucinogens (also called psychedelics)- drugs which affect sensation, thinking, self-awareness and emotion. Changes in time and space perception, delusion (false beliefs) and hallucinations may be mild or overwhelming, dispensing on dose and quality of the drug. This includes LSD, mescaline and marijuana. 4. Narcotics – drugs that relieve pain and often induce sleep. The opiates, which are narcotics, include opium and drugs derived from opium, such as morphine, codeine and heroin. A DRUG ABUSER IS A PERSON WHO USES OR ADMINISTERS TO HIMSELF OR ALLOWS OTHERS ADMINISTER DANGEROUS TO HIM WITHOUT MEDICAL APPROVAL What are the ways on how to say NO TO DRUGS?  Be vocal, just say “NO” Enhance your talent and skills by taking part on workshops, trainings, or seminars. Ways to Project an image of a clean living for yourself Say No to Get into sports Drugs Choose your friend and influence them positively Get involved into community-based projects. Join organizations (church, school, community, or social) or youth clubs or form your drama group. Learn how to manage stress. Join Seminars on anti-drug abuse prevention