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We know that there are many harmful substances like
tobacco, gutka, cigarettes, beedi, alcohol, or drugs
Some people (including schoolmates, friends, seniors) may
tempt, persuade, force, or pressure
us to consume them
We should not take these out of
curiosity and excitement
,
Learn to say NO
What is "Substance Abuse"?
It is the harmful pattern of repeated and regular use of addictive substances like tobacco, alcohol, or drugs.
Once a person starts, the body develops a
strong urge to take them again and again
.
Example
We should not smoke as it is harmful to our lungs
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Why these substances are dangerous
- Addictive — the body develops a strong urge to take them repeatedly.
- Harm physical health — can cause breathing difficulties, lung damage (Fig. 6.5), heart problems.
- Harm mental health — can cause memory loss, anxiety, depression.
- Damage your future — affects studies, relationships, career.
How to stay safe
- Say 'NO' firmly — the first time and every time.
- Seek help and support from family, friends, parents, or teachers .
- Counselling and medical advice can help in handling addiction.
- Remember — your health and your future are in your hands .
Substance abuse is the harmful pattern where, once a person starts consuming addictive substances such as tobacco, alcohol, or drugs, they develop a strong urge to take them again and again, and over time, start using them regularly.
📋 NCERT Question 10 — Healthy Lifestyle Poster for Adolescents
The Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign) was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India .
It intends to reach out to the masses and spread awareness on the issue of avoiding substance abuse through active participation of the youth, women, and the community. The special focus is on the prevention of substance abuse among early-age children .
📞 The Government has launched a National De-addiction Helpline — 14446 — to deal with drug addiction and to help drug addicts.
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Name the five nutrient groups needed in an adolescent's balanced diet.
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Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. -
Which scientist won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1964 for studying the structure of vitamin B
12
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Dorothy Hodgkin. -
What is the proper way to dispose of used sanitary pads?
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Wrap them in newspaper and dispose inside a dustbin — never on the floor or in open bins. -
Define cyberbullying.
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The use of digital devices to harass others by sending misleading messages, spreading false rumours, or sharing personal information without consent. -
What is the National De-addiction Helpline number under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan?
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14446. -
What is substance abuse?
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The harmful pattern of repeated and regular use of addictive substances — tobacco, alcohol, or drugs — once the body develops a strong urge for them.
