This section focuses on how drug use can influence thinking, judgment, and decision-making. You will analyze why drugs can make it harder to recognize risks and explain why some teens may underestimate the consequences of their choices.
Essential Question
How do gateway drugs influence decision-making, risk-taking, and understanding consequences?
Student Questions for This Section
How do drugs change the way people think about their choices and the consequences of their actions?
How can using gateway drugs affect a student’s ability to make good decisions and think clearly?
Why do some teens underestimate the risks and consequences of drug abuse?