Causes of Cultism and Drug Abuse – JSS 1 Lesson Note

Security Education JSS 1 Second Term Lesson Notes – Week 4

Topic: Causes of Cultism and Drug Abuse

Lesson Details

• Subject: Security Education
• Class: JSS 1
• Term: Second Term
• Week: 4
• Age: 10–12 years
• Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

1. Define cultism and drug abuse.
2. Identify the causes of cultism and drug abuse.
3. Explain the effects of these social vices.
4. Discuss ways to prevent cultism and drug abuse.

Keywords

• Cultism
• Drug Abuse
• Peer Pressure
• Addiction
• Gang

Set Induction

The teacher asks students:

• Have you ever heard of cult groups in schools or communities?
• Why do you think some people take hard drugs?
• How do these actions affect individuals and society?

These questions will prepare students for the lesson.

Entry Behaviour

Students may have seen or heard about cultism and drug abuse in movies, social media, or their communities.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Newspaper articles on cultism and drug abuse.
• Videos or posters showing the dangers of these social vices.
• Case studies of individuals affected by cultism and drug abuse.

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have previously learned about good and bad social behaviors.

Embedded Core Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Communication Skills

Lesson Content

Definition of Cultism and Drug Abuse

1. Cultism: The practice of being part of a secret group that engages in unlawful and violent activities.
2. Drug Abuse: The misuse or excessive use of drugs or harmful substances for pleasure or to cope with stress.

Causes of Cultism

1. Peer pressure – Friends influence others to join cult groups.
2. Desire for protection – Some students join cults for safety.
3. Search for power and recognition – Some people join cults to feel important.
4. Lack of parental guidance – Poor home training can lead to cult involvement.
5. Poor academic performance – Some students see cultism as an escape.
6. Revenge and oppression – Some people join cults to seek revenge.
7. Influence of social media and movies – Violent movies and content encourage cultism.
8. Broken homes and lack of love – Some children find belonging in cults.
9. Availability of weapons and drugs – Easy access to weapons fuels cult activities.
10. Weak law enforcement – When cultists are not punished, others join.

Causes of Drug Abuse

1. Peer pressure – Friends influence others to take drugs.
2. Curiosity and experimentation – Some people try drugs out of curiosity.
3. Depression and frustration – People take drugs to escape problems.
4. Lack of parental supervision – Children without guidance may try drugs.
5. Availability of drugs – Easy access increases abuse.
6. Influence of celebrities and social media – Some famous people promote drug use.
7. Ignorance of the dangers – Many people do not know the risks of drugs.
8. Academic or work stress – Some take drugs to stay awake or relieve stress.
9. Economic hardship – Some people abuse drugs to forget their struggles.
10. Genetic factors – Some people have a family history of addiction.

Effects of Cultism and Drug Abuse

Effects of Cultism

1. Violence and killings – Cult clashes lead to loss of lives.
2. Fear and insecurity – Communities live in fear of cult groups.
3. Poor academic performance – Cultists spend time on violence instead of studies.
4. Expulsion from school – Schools dismiss students involved in cultism.
5. Imprisonment and criminal records – Cultists may be arrested and jailed.
6. Loss of jobs and opportunities – Employers reject people with cult backgrounds.
7. Family shame and suffering – Families of cultists suffer disgrace.
8. Drug and alcohol addiction – Many cultists abuse drugs.
9. Damage to Nigeria’s reputation – The presence of cultism affects the country’s image.
10. Early death – Many cult members die in violent clashes.

Effects of Drug Abuse

1. Addiction – The body gets dependent on drugs.
2. Health problems – Drug abuse leads to liver, heart, and brain damage.
3. Mental disorders – Drugs can cause depression and psychosis.
4. Poor academic performance – Drug users lose focus on studies.
5. Involvement in crime – Drug addicts may steal or fight.
6. Broken relationships – Families and friends may avoid drug users.
7. Loss of job opportunities – Drug users struggle to keep jobs.
8. Death – Overdose and accidents can lead to death.
9. Social stigma – Society rejects drug abusers.
10. Increased rate of accidents – Drugs impair judgment and coordination.

Ways to Prevent Cultism and Drug Abuse

1. Education on the dangers of cultism and drugs.
2. Parental guidance and monitoring of children.
3. Strict laws and punishment for cultists and drug dealers.
4. Engaging students in positive activities like sports and skill acquisition.
5. Providing counseling for students at risk.
6. Banning violent and drug-promoting content from the media.
7. Encouraging strong moral values and discipline.
8. Providing job opportunities to reduce idleness.
9. Strict control over the sale of drugs.
10. Reporting cultist and drug activities to authorities.

Evaluation

Choose the correct option:

1. What is cultism?
   a) A legal club
   b) A secret group involved in criminal activities
   c) A school organization
   d) A cultural society

2. Which of these is a cause of cultism?
   a) Good parenting
   b) Peer pressure
   c) Hard work
   d) Honesty

3. Drug abuse can lead to ____.
   a) Improved health
   b) Addiction and mental problems
   c) Increased intelligence
   d) A happy life

4. One effect of cultism is ____.
   a) Academic excellence
   b) Peace in the community
   c) Violence and killings
   d) Good employment opportunities

5. How can drug abuse be prevented?
   a) Encouraging addiction
   b) Educating people on its dangers
   c) Making drugs easily available
   d) Supporting drug users

6. One major cause of drug abuse is ____.
   a) Curiosity and peer influence
   b) Hard work
   c) Discipline
   d) Healthy living

7. People take drugs to ____.
   a) Become more responsible
   b) Escape stress and frustration
   c) Improve their morals
   d) Maintain good health

8. Cultism affects students by ____.
   a) Improving their studies
   b) Getting them expelled
   c) Giving them scholarships
   d) Helping them make good friends

9. One way to reduce cultism is ____.
   a) Promoting violence
   b) Educating students on its dangers
   c) Supporting cult members
   d) Encouraging peer pressure

10. Drug addiction can lead to ____.
    a) Job loss and imprisonment
    b) Success in business
    c) Good relationships
    d) Better education

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is cultism?
2. Why do students join cult groups?
3. How can parents prevent their children from joining cults?
4. What is drug abuse?
5. Why do young people abuse drugs?
6. What are the dangers of drug abuse?
7. How does cultism affect schools?
8. How can drug abuse be stopped?
9. Can cult members leave a cult?
10. How do government laws help reduce drug abuse?

Conclusion

The teacher marks students’ work and gives feedback.