Corrections Lifeskills

Marijuana Awareness(W 142)

The marijuana awareness course is presented in a story format. It follows the lives of several people who use marijuana and the results of their usage. Its focus is to offer cognitive thinking skills that will allow the person to make correct decisions concerning their usage. It avoids contention and allows the individual to make their own decisions.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course presents the possible negative effects of using marijuana, allowing individuals to make a more Informed decision on whether to use or not.
The marijuana awareness course is presented in a story format It follows the lives of several people who use marijuana and the results of their usage. Its focus is to offer cognitive thinking skills that will allow the person to make correct decisions concerning their usage. It avoids contention and allows the individual to make their own decisions.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES & SKILL DEVELOPMENT

  • Risk of marijuana abuse
  • Personal responsibility
  • Self-awareness
  • Positive subconscious thoughts
  • Pro-social values

RECOMMENDED USES

  • Self-Directed—Student does most of the course work independently with a peer or mentor
  • Group—To be completed in a group setting with a facilitator
  • Hybrid-A combination of self-directed learning and group instruction

COURSE CONTENT

TRISTAN

Follows the life of Tristan as he struggles with marijuana and other drugs.

MARIJUANA

Discusses the mental and physical effects of using marijuana.

COLTON

Fictional account of people struggling with their addictions.

FREEDOM VS CAPTIVITY

Consequences of choosing to use illegal drugs.

RECOVERY

Discusses recovery from drug addiction in a story format.

COGNITIVE THOUGHTS

Demonstrates how thoughts precede behaviors.

MANAGING LIFE

Responsibility and pro-activity.

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Format: eLearning and Printed Workbook
eLearning Length: 168 Slides
Scientific Model: Cognitive Restructuring
Author and Publisher: ACCI Lifeskills

Item Number
: W 115
Workbook Pages: 24
Course Length: 6-8 hours

CRIMINOGENIC NEEDS MET

1. Antisocial cognitions
2. Antisocial companions
3. Antisocial personalities
4. Family relationships
5. Addictions

PURCHASE OPTION

  1. License to reprint
  2. Individual courses
  3. Customized eLearning platform
  4. Parent enrollment
  5. School referral

LEARNING ACTIVITIES

  • Self-assessments
  • Scenario-based learning
  • Application and skill building
  • Self-reflection
  • Role playing
  • Discussion with coach
  • Focused Journaling

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