Unit 8 Keeping Safe
Lesson 31
Exercise 1.3
The office of National Drug Control Policy
recently did a survey in the United States
about drugs and children and teenagers.
The ONDCP interviewed more than 25,000 children
and teenagers from 9 to 17 years old.
The focus of the survey was on the things
that help kids to keep away from drugs.
They called them "anti-drugs".
Children and teenagers said their most
important personal "anti-drugs" were their
families, sports,volunteer activities,
and hobbies such as music and dancing.
Many children also said that their personal
beliefs and life goals help to keep them
away from drugs.
In the survey, many teenagers and children
mentioned their families as their main
This shows the influence of adults on teenagers
"The words and actions of parents, or other
adults, are very helpful in keeping children
away from drugs,"said an expert from the ONDCP.
According to the ONDCP,
parents can help their children to keep away
from drugs by encouraging them to develop
hobbies and take part in free-time activities.
These activities can become
their children's "antidrugs".
Exercise 2.1
What to do if someone offers you drugs?
Just say,"No,thanks."
If the person insists,
just say,"No" repeatedly.
Suggest other things to do instead,
like "Let's play chess together."
Mention the dangerous effects of drugs,
like "Taking drugs will hurt your body."
Change the subject.
Talk about something else,
like "Did you watch the basketball match
last night?"
Make him believe drugs are boring.
Say,for example "Drugs are boring.
I can't believe you need them!"
Give an excuse based on an activity.
Say, for example,"I don't take drugs.
I'm training for the soccer team."
Tell a trusted adult what happened.