Under The Influence: The Science of Drug Abuse

What happens to our brains when we are high, intoxicated, or dependent on drugs? Why is it so difficult to break an addiction to drugs like cocaine, alcohol, and tobacco? Why have people since the earliest times sought to alter their brain chemistry by getting high? This program closely examines these questions in order to give students insights into the dynamics of drugs, drug abuse, and human behavior. Animation and brain scans as well as interviews with physicians and clinicians present an integrated and fascinating portrayal of the risks and effects of drug abuse in contemporary society.

Includes: 

video, plus teacher’s resource book, student handouts in digital format