Year 8 Drugs and Alcohol Lesson 5 - Support Services & Safety

Which of these is most likely to change your behaviour in a situation?

• Being alone

• Being with friends

• Being with family

• None of the above

Which of these is a safety strategy for celebrating?

• Planning safe transport

• Drinking as much as possible

• Having a back-up plan

• Ignoring your friends

Which is an example of a refusal skill?

• Saying “No thanks” confidently

• Avoiding eye contact and walking away

• Suggesting another activity

• All of the above

Which of these is a local/state support service in Australia?

• Quitline

• Fast Food Hotline

• Headspace

• DirectLine

Which question could you ask to evaluate a drug/alcohol program?

• Is it fun?

• Is it easy to access?

• Does it use evidence-based information?

• Is it popular on social media?

Why is it important to compare different support services?

• To find one that’s popular on social media

• To see which offers the best help for your needs

• So you can tell your friends which is cheapest

• To avoid using them altogether