Overview

This book goes beyond the surface-level 'just say no' approach, offering deep insights into the real reasons young people may turn to harmful substances and exploring the complex factors – such as coping with trauma, mental health struggles or feelings of inadequacy – that influence these decisions. Timely and relevant for all educators teaching Personal, Social, Health, Economics (PSHE) education in secondary school, the book provides practical teaching tips, safeguarding guidance and strategies for creating a supportive and inclusive classroom, as well as informative and engaging lesson plans that empower students to make healthier and more informed choices. Supporting a spiral curriculum, it integrates subjects including mental health, science, English and maths, offering a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to learning about harmful substances. This book is not just about prevention teaching – it's about creating a lasting, positive impact on young lives that they can carry on into adulthood. Created to support all teachers, particularly those new to the subject or who are non-specialists, Harmful Substances provides crucial information and knowledge that will ensure effective and impactful classroom sessions.

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Author:   Nicole Campbell
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
ISBN:  

9781041002703

ISBN 10:   104100270
Pages:   244
Publication Date:   24 March 2026
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming
Availability:   Not yet available  
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Table of Contents

Preface INTRODUCTION -Teaching realistic strategies -Understanding the Adolescent Brain and Risk-Taking Behaviour -Understanding ‘Harmful Substances’ -What this book is not -How young people encounter harmful substances -Why this topic is urgent in schools today schools today -Legal and ethical considerations -Addressing misinformation and myths -The role of schools and teachers in harmful substance education -What this book will cover -How to use this book TEACHER GUIDANCE -Whole school culture messaging -Why all non-specialist teachers need confidence -Safeguarding responsibilities and recognising risk factors -Inclusion representation and trauma informed practise -Parental engagement and keeping families informed -Working with external agencies and guest speakers -Strategies for delivering substance education effectively - Use of Retrieval, Oracy and Reading in Delivery -Spiral learning, curriculum integration and cross topic links -Teaching substance education in international and traditional contexts -Challenges and professional development for staff -Teacher FAQs Lesson Plans and Tutor Time Activities Key Stage 3 – Lessons 1–6 – Tutor Time Activities Key Stage 4 – Lessons 1–6 – Tutor Time Activities Key Stage 5 – Lessons 1–6 – Tutor Time Activities Index

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Author Information

Nicole Campbell is an educator and PSHE specialist with experience as Senior Subject Lead and Mental Health Lead. She develops Creative Power Education to support young people in exploring identity, resilience, and wellbeing in schools and communities.

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