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There are addictions that cause very serious problems for many people.  These can come in the forms of caffeine, heroin, food or love.  Find out why some people are more likely to develop an addiction than others.  In this video, you will learn about the different types of addictions, the signs of addiction and the consequences of it.  Discover what you can do if you or someone you know has an addiction.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn the definition of addictive behavior and characteristics of an addict.
• Students will learn about drug addiction, food addiction, and relationship addiction.
• Students will learn the consequences of addictive behavior, how to overcome addiction, and how to find help.

Playing with alcohol is not harmless fun.  Learn what happens to you when you drink and also about the dangers of alcohol consumption.   Listen to the testimonials of people whose lives have been forever changed because of the irresponsible use of this potentially deadly substance.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn that the use of alcohol contributes to sexual assault and to sexually transmitted diseases.
• Students will witness the pain that can be caused by alcohol abuse.
• Students will be encouraged to abstain from using alcohol and they will understand the dangers of driving while under the influence of alcohol.

Alcohol and social events very often go hand-in-hand.  Learn what happens in your brain and in your body's other major organs when you drink.  Learn about the effects of alcohol in this informative video as the psychopharmacological aspects of alcohol are explained and discussed.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

Runtime:  14 mins

Mixing alcohol and young adults can be deadly enough, but alcohol can also cause health problems that shorten lives.  In this video, you'll learn what happens when you drink, and better understand the chemical effects of alcohol on the body as they are explained in a clear, concise manner.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn the basic facts about alcohol.
• Students will learn the truth behind the myths about alcohol consumption.  The long-term and short-term effects of alcohol will be discussed, and certain physical and mental problems.
• Symptoms that alcoholics may show will be identified, and information about various community organizations that can help alcoholics will be provided.

Irresponsible behavior and alcohol just don't mix, and drinking too much too fast can be deadly.  Learn the truth about alcohol so you will be able to understand how dangerous this substance can be.   You'll see how your liver processes alcohol and understand how long it takes to process an alcoholic beverage.  Find out what you should do if you ever happen to be with someone who has developed acute alcohol poisoning.  Every teen needs to see this very important, no-nonsense video.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn that alcohol is a drug and that the liver can process only a small amount of it in an hour's time.
• Students will understand why women are more affected by a given amount of alcohol than men are.
• Irresponsible drinking behavior and its potentially tragic consequences are addressed.
• Students will learn about the signs of acute alcohol poisoning and they will see what they should do if they are with someone who has drunk too much.

Party drugs are nothing to mess with.  Many of them are frighteningly lethal, while others can produce profound brain or organ damage.  Learn about the drugs that are most in vogue on the club circuit and at the late night dance parties called Raves.  Essential information about Ecstasy, 2C-B, Rohypnol, GHB, Ketamine, psilocybin mushrooms, and Fry is provided in a straightforward, no-nonsense presentation.  Understand the terrible consequences of experimenting with these illegal substances.

The objectives for this DVD include:

• How designer drugs came to be and they will understand where they originated.
• What are the effects of various "party drugs"
• How to recognize particular "party drugs"
• What kind of damage can be done by "party drugs"

Teens, parties, and cars can be a lethal combination.  Learn how being under the influence of alcohol can adversely affect a person's ability to drive a motorized vehicle.  Anyone who makes the dangerous and irresponsible decision to drive while drunk can permanently change their life, as well as their passengers, victim(s), and the friends and family of both.

The objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn some chilling statistics about teens and drunk driving
• Students will learn how blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is determined.  The metabolization of alcohol will be discussed.
• Students will learn which of their capabilities are compromised by alcohol consumption.
• Students will learn that drinking and driving destroys lives.

The designer drug Ecstasy, also known as MDMA, makes people feel more connected to one another.  This drug has become very popular among teens at those all-night Rave dance parties and is also widely used by those who frequent the club scene.  Ecstasy is a very addictive, hallucinogenic that can cause serious problems for those who use it, and it has even caused death when ingested.  Learn the facts about Ecstasy and understand why it is nothing to play with.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:



• Learn why some chemical substances are called 'designer drugs.'
• Learn about long-term and short-term effects of Ecstasy on the mind and on the body.
• Learn about some serious consequences that can be the result of a person's experimentation with Ecstasy.

Many people think that marijuana is a safe drug for recreational use.   Think again!  In this video, you will learn about marijuana's many negative effects, both mentally and physically.  Find out how it can harm not only you, but the people around you.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn about the psychological effects that result from using marijuana.
• Students will realize that marijuana contains many cancer-causing agents and that it can do irreversible damage to the lungs.
• The dangers presented by driving while under the influence of marijuana will be underscored.

Methamphetamines are powerful stimulant drugs that can ruin lives.  Crystal methamphetamine, also known as "ICE," is the newest and most potent form of speed on America's streets.  In this video, you'll see how methamphetamine can damage your brain and learn about the adverse effects it has on the human body.  Become aware of the many dangers that are associated with the production of this drug.  Learn the names of organizations that can help young people to fight a methamphetamine addiction.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn how amphetamines and methamphetamines were used when they were first introduced.
• Students will learn about the damage that's inflicted on the body and brain when a young person abuses methamphetamines.
• Students will learn about the dangers posed by meth labs.

This video is a program that describes the many dangers of alcohol abuse by presenting the facts and dispelling the myths, thereby helping teens to make the right choice.  Teens need to see this very important, straightforward video, and learn the truth about alcohol.

The learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn about how quickly alcohol can affect a person.
• Students will learn about the dangers and consequences of alcohol abuse.
• Some of the myths about alcohol will be discussed.

Everyone likes to have fun, but when drugs and alcohol become involved, having fun can become dangerous.  Learn what alcohol is, what defines binge drinking and what the legal blood alcohol concentration is.  Find out about the popular club drugs such as 'Ecstasy,' 'Roofies' and 'Speed' and what effects they have on your mind and body.  Understand the risks associated with mixing teens, alcohol and club drugs and learn ways to avoid the abuse of alcohol and drugs.

Learning objectives for this DVD include:

• Students will learn the effects that alcohol has on the body.
• Students will find out what 'blood alcohol concentration' is and learn the dangers of binge drinking.
• Students will learn about adverse consequences associated with alcohol abuse.
• Students will learn about MDMA, methamphetamines, LSD, Rohypnol, GHB, and ketamine.

Runtime:  21 mins

This book contains literacy-based activities to help your students with difficult social issues in their transition to adolescence.  These activities address bullying, peer pressure, drugs, accepting people with differences, entering upper grades and family stability.  Informative text readings are followed with reproducible activities, prompting writing with graphic organizers, discussion questions and follow-up suggestions.  This book is very motivating and relevant for today's classroom teens.