Help kids understand the science behind drug abuse by completing these lessons at home or in the classroom:

Brain & Addiction—Try this activity to get the brain going and the discussion flowing.

Anabolic Steroids—Hand out this "damage diagram" activity and help kids understand the big picture about steroids' side effects.

Ecstasy—Find out how much your students know or don't know about ecstasy. Have them try this quiz.

Marijuana—A friend on "weed" is a friend in need—of your kids' knowledge. Download and discuss this letter-writing activity.

Nicotine—Try this matching activity in class to help kids understand nicotine's causes and effects.

Mind Over Matter Teacher's Guide—Use this Teacher's Guide in conjunction with the Mind Over Matter magazine series to promote an understanding of the physical reality of drug use, as well as curiosity about neuroscience.