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Lesson Plan of the Month
June 2001
Topic: Prescription Drugs Target Group: 12th Grade
Prepared By: Officer Thomas V. Greep Agency: LaVerne P. D.
Address: 2061 Third St. Phone: (909) 596-1913
LaVerne, CA 91750
Objectives:
After this block of instruction the student will be able to;
Define Prescription Drugs
List ways to obtain prescription drugs
Know the three different types of prescription drugs (Ritalin, Codeine& Prozac)
Introduction:
Hello class, my name is Officer Greep and I am here to provide you with information on prescription
drugs. I have 5 ½ years experience as a Police Officer, five of which I spent with the City of Los
Angeles and now currently with the City of LaVerne.
Body:
I. Prescription Drugs
A. Known to be safe, effective and legal only when prescribed and over seen by a licensed physician.
B. Prescription drugs are more frequently abused because they alter the user’s feelings, behavior and
his/her perception of themselves.
II. Ways Prescription Drugs Are Obtained
A. Conventional way is to see a doctor.
B. People addicted will use any means to get prescription drugs
III. Three Types of Prescription Drugs
A. Ritalin
1. Orginally prescribed for adults with mild depression. Adapted to treat children in the 70’s for
hyperactivity. Increased in the 80’s and in the 90’s. Acts as a central nervous system stimulant
after a child has begun his/her puberty cycle of life.
B. Codeine
1. Sedative pain relieving agent, found in opium and is related to but less potent than morphine.
2. Most often available in tablet form.
3. Can also be generally used as a cough suppressant.
C. Prozac
1. Commonly prescribed as an anti-depressant and for treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder and
eating disorders.
2. One of the world’s most widely prescribed brands of anti-depressants.
Review:
- Prescription drugs and their effects
-How easy it is to obtain prescription drugs
-Three different types of prescription drugs
Practice:
What are prescription drugs and their affects?
What are different ways to obtain prescription drugs?
What were the three types of prescription drugs we discussed?
Sources:
1. National Drug & Safety League
2. U. S. Department of Health & Human Services
3. Illusions Information Guide on Drugs