LIFE SKILLS EDUCATION TOOLKIT FOR ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN IN INDIA• 15
Session Three: Protecting Myself and
My Friends
Objectives
At the end of the session the children will:
- Identify protective strategies against the use
of drugs; - Be able to reduce the negative effect of drugs
and substances and the risk of HIV/AIDS; - Examine the myths and beliefs surrounding
HIV/AIDS risk and substance use; and - Use critical thinking to make wise choices
and learn positive ways to handle stress
and emotions.
Key Points
Many of the life skills, such as critical thinking,
decision-making, assertiveness and peer pressure
(to name a few) learned in earlier sessions are
required in order to be able to say “no” to drugs.
Taking drugs is mostly a social activity and
therefore helping friends to overcome their
problems related to drugs helps one’s own self as
well. Recognizing situations that tempt one to
experiment goes a long way toward prevention.
Staying away from drugs and other substances is
still a preferred option over “responsible” use.Life Skills Learned
Critical thinking, communication and decision-making.Time Required
30–40 minutes for each activity.Materials
Flip chart, markers, cello tape and toffees for
Activity Two.