The Impact of Substances on Your Brain
December 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Description:
- This lesson explores how substances such as alcohol, nicotine, prescription medications, and illegal drugs affect the brain and nervous system. It examines how these substances alter brain chemistry, influence thinking, emotions, decision-making, and behavior, and can lead to dependence, addiction, and long-term health consequences.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand how substances affect brain function.
- Identify short- and long-term effects of substance use.
- Recognize the risks of addiction and dependence.
- Make informed, healthy choices.