About This Lesson
The Ask, Listen, Learn video series and supplemental lesson plans
have been designed to teach kids about the negative impact
that alcohol and marijuana have on their developing brains, the
consequences of underage drinking and underage marijuana use,
and how to make healthy decisions.In this 9th installment, the curriculum focuses on adolescent mental health, positive and negative strategies for coping with mental health challenges, and
how alcohol and marijuana can negatively impact the developing brain and mental health. Although this lesson is designed to be part of the existing series, educators may choose to use it as a stand-alone unit. Before getting started, be sure to read the Ask, Listen, Learn Mental Health Educator Guide and view the Ask,Listen, Learn Facilitator Guide.
Standards Alignment for Mental Health Lesson
Visit these links to download free classroom materials and resources that accompany this lesson:
- Video: The Impact of Alcohol and Marijuana on Your Mental Health
- Mental Health Educator Guide
- Mental Health Parent Letter
- Mental Health Comprehension Questions
- Your Healthy Coping Strategy Toolbox
- Mental Health Vocabulary
- Mental Health Vocabulary Cards
- Kahoot! The Impact of Alcohol and Marijuana on Your Mental Health
