Chemical dependency is one possible consequence of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs. Resiliency and refusal skills can be developed that make young people less vulnerable to tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use. People can help others to make healthy decisions regarding tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use. People are responsible for utilizing good decision-making skills concerning tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use. Abuse of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs may lead to long-term diseases and other physical complications.
Chemical dependency has recognizable stages.
People can help others to make healthy decisions regarding tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use. Safe, therapeutic drug use requires following directions, understanding interactions, and asking questions about drugs being prescribed. The St. Mary's County Public Schools Comprehensive Health Education Program has been designed according to several mandates. These mandates include the federal government, the state government, the state board of education, and the Board of Education of St. Mary's County. These national, state, and local agencies are committed to ensuring that all children have equal access to comprehensive health education.