Lesson 3 Review

What does the term assertive mean?– Communicating your needs and desires in a

clear, non-threatening way.

How does being assertive help deal with peer pressure?

Substance Abuse – Lesson 4

Advocacy

Advocate

One that argues for a cause; supporter or defender

Advocacy

The act of pleading or arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, idea or policy

Advocacy Groups

P.E.T.A. (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)

MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) NRA (National Rifle Association) Greenpeace (Environmentalism / Peace) HLC (Healthy Lifestyle Choices)

What can advocates do?

Hold informational rallies. Write Letters Protest Model Behavior

Assignment: Create a poster that tells people to advocate for a certain healthy behavior.

Must be written neatly and colored (1 pt) Idea must be original and thoughtful (1 pt) Give at least 3 reasons for doing that behavior (6pts)

– Information should be accurate