Ways of Helping Someone Who Has Abused Drugs for Primary 3
Lesson Plan: Ways of Helping Someone Who Has Abused Drugs/Medicines
Subject: Social Studies
Class: Primary 3 (Basic 3)
Term: Second Term
Week: 5
Age: 8–9 years
Topic: Ways of Helping Someone Who Has Abused Drugs/Medicines
Sub-Topic: Supporting Recovery from Drug Abuse
Duration: 40 Minutes
Behavioural Objectives
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Identify at least three ways to help someone recovering from drug abuse.
- Understand the importance of seeking medical help for drug abuse.
- Demonstrate empathy and kindness in supporting those who need help.
- Discuss the role of family and friends in helping someone recover from drug abuse.
Keywords
- Support
- Recovery
- Medical Help
- Empathy
- Compassion
Set Induction
The teacher tells a short story about a person who struggled with drug abuse but was helped by friends and family. Pupils are asked how they would help a friend in a similar situation.
Entry Behaviour
Pupils have already learned about the effects of drug abuse in previous lessons.
Learning Resources and Materials
- Flashcards with steps to help someone recovering from drug abuse.
- Storybooks or real-life stories of recovery from drug abuse.
- Role-play scenarios to practice offering support.
Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge
The teacher asks pupils how they feel about helping others who are in need. They discuss ways friends and family help people who are sick.
Embedded Core Skills
- Communication
- Empathy
- Problem-solving
- Social responsibility
Learning Materials
- Lagos State Scheme of Work.
- Basic Science textbooks.
- Role-play cards.
- Storybooks on recovery from drug abuse.
Instructional Materials
- Flashcards with key points about helping someone who has abused drugs.
- Role-play scripts for practice activities.
Content
Definition and Explanation
- Ways of Helping Someone Who Has Abused Drugs:
Helping someone who has abused drugs involves providing emotional, physical, and medical support to aid their recovery. - Steps to Help:
- Step 1: Encourage Medical Help
- Seek professional assistance from a doctor or health worker.
- Treatment may include therapy or medication.
- Step 2: Offer Emotional Support
- Be kind, patient, and understanding.
- Listen to the person without judgment.
- Step 3: Encourage Healthy Habits
- Help the person engage in healthy activities like exercise or hobbies.
- Offer positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Step 4: Involve Family and Friends
- Get the support of family members and friends to create a supportive environment.
- Step 5: Help with Goal Setting
- Encourage the person to set recovery goals and celebrate small achievements.
- Step 1: Encourage Medical Help
- Examples of Helping Someone Recover:
- A family member helps a person go to a rehab center for treatment.
- A friend listens and offers words of encouragement.
- Teachers or caregivers help by offering a safe space to talk.
Evaluation
Fill-in-the-Blank Questions
- One of the first steps to help someone who has abused drugs is to encourage _______.
- a) Sleeping
- b) Medical help
- c) Eating
- d) Ignoring
(Answer: b)
- A person recovering from drug abuse needs _______ support.
- a) Emotional
- b) Financial
- c) Academic
- d) All of the above
(Answer: a)
- To help someone recover, you can encourage them to _______ healthy habits.
- a) Ignore
- b) Practice
- c) Avoid
- d) Lose
(Answer: b)
- _______ is a great way to offer support during recovery.
- a) Patience
- b) Judgment
- c) Anger
- d) Ignorance
(Answer: a)
- It is important to _______ recovery goals with the person.
- a) Ignore
- b) Celebrate
- c) Forget
- d) Blame
(Answer: b)
- A healthy _______ can be a helpful activity during recovery.
- a) Diet
- b) Hobby
- c) Habit
- d) Distraction
(Answer: b)
- Family and _______ should work together to help someone recovering from drug abuse.
- a) Teachers
- b) Friends
- c) Neighbors
- d) Strangers
(Answer: b)
- Listening to someone without _______ is important when helping them recover.
- a) Encouragement
- b) Judgment
- c) Asking questions
- d) Complaining
(Answer: b)
- _______ a person for their progress helps them stay motivated during recovery.
- a) Blaming
- b) Ignoring
- c) Encouraging
- d) Criticizing
(Answer: c)
- Seeking _______ support is a key part of the recovery process.
- a) Medical
- b) Emotional
- c) Social
- d) All of the above
(Answer: d)
Class Activity Discussion
FAQs with Answers
- What is the first step to helping someone who has abused drugs?
Encourage them to seek medical help. - How can emotional support help in recovery?
It helps the person feel cared for and not alone. - What kind of activities should we encourage someone recovering from drug abuse to do?
Healthy activities like exercising, reading, or learning new skills. - How can family and friends help in the recovery process?
By offering love, encouragement, and a safe environment. - Why is goal setting important in recovery?
It helps the person stay focused and motivated. - What is the role of a teacher in helping someone recover from drug abuse?
A teacher can offer emotional support and provide a safe place to talk. - Can hobbies help someone recovering from drug abuse?
Yes, hobbies can keep the person engaged and reduce the temptation to use drugs. - How should we react when helping someone who has abused drugs?
We should be patient, kind, and non-judgmental. - Why is it important to celebrate small achievements in recovery?
It boosts the person’s confidence and encourages them to keep going. - Can you help someone recover if they don’t want help?
You can offer support, but they must also want to get better.
Presentation
- Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic on “Effects of Drug Abuse.”
- Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Ways of Helping Someone Who Has Abused Drugs,” using storytelling and case studies.
- Step 3: Pupils contribute their ideas on how they would help someone recovering from drug abuse, and the teacher offers corrections and additional suggestions.
Teacher’s Activities
- Guide the class through brainstorming on ways to help people recover from drug abuse.
- Facilitate group discussions and role-playing activities.
- Reinforce the importance of medical and emotional support in recovery.
Learners’ Activities
- Participate in group discussions and role-playing activities.
- Share ideas on how to support someone recovering from drug abuse.
- Reflect on how they can help others in their community.
Evaluation Questions
- What is one step in helping someone who has abused drugs?
- Name two ways emotional support can help someone recovering from drug abuse.
- Why is it important to help someone set recovery goals?
- How can hobbies help in the recovery process?
- What role can family members play in helping someone recover?
- Why is medical help important for someone recovering from drug abuse?
- What should you do if someone you know is recovering from drug abuse?
- How can you support a friend who is trying to recover?
- What is the best way to listen to someone recovering from drug abuse?
- How can small achievements be celebrated during recovery?
Conclusion
The teacher goes around to mark pupils’ answers and provides feedback. The importance of showing kindness, patience, and offering both medical and emotional support is emphasized. Pupils are encouraged to be supportive of others in their community.