addictions

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 3

Drugs and addictions 

Learning Objectives

• You can explain what different kind of drugs there are.
• You can explain how addiction works.
• You know what to do when you are addicted to something.

What are some examples of addictions?

Are you addicted to anything?
(e.g. social media, your phone, gaming)

Bespreek als docent of deze verslaving gevaarlijk is. 

Should we just ban all harmful substances? (e.g. alcohol, cigarettes, painkillers) Is this a good idea? Why/why not?

Do you know anyone who is addicted to something?

1. Yes, I know a few people.
2. Yes, I know one person.
3. No, I don't.

Match the words with the correct descriptions

relying on or being controlled by someone or something else

To stop doing or using something abruptly and completely.

an excessive and dangerous dose of a drug.

what occurs when the drug abuser stops using the drug they are addicted to

an unwanted result of using a medicine 

dependency

go cold turkey

overdose

withdrawal

side effect

What would you do if you think you or someone you know gets addicted?

Learning Objectives

• You can explain what different kind of drugs there are.
• You can explain how addiction works.
• You know what to do when you are addicted to something.