
Smart Moves, Smart Choices educates teens about the serious risks of abusing prescription medicines, such as those used legitimately to treat pain. The four videos feature interviews with experts on drug abuse, scientists, health practitioners, parents and recovering teens. Other topics include a look at the impact of abusing prescription pain medications on the developing brain, the social impact of addiction, and analyzing messages about drugs in popular culture. Each downloadable video is accompanied by science and language arts curricula to facilitate classroom activities and discussion. The program includes a the.Medic video and guide for parents, who play an important role in reinforcing their children's education about prescription medications.
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