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scientific basis and probable effects on
health
describes the common health issues Week 5 to
and concerns during puberty Week 6
accepts that most of these concerns
are normal consequence of bodily
changes during puberty but one can
learn to manage them
discusses the negative health impact Week 7 to
and ways of preventing major issues Week 8
such as early and unwanted pregnancy
demonstrates ways to manage Week 9
puberty-related health issues and
concerns
practices proper self-care procedures
discusses the importance of seeking
the advice of professionals/ trusted
and reliable adults in managing
puberty-related health issues and
concerns
differentiates sex from gender Week 10
identifies factors that influence gender
identity and gender roles
discusses how family, media, religion,
school and society in general reinforce
gender roles
gives examples of how male and
female gender roles are changing
3rd understands the nature and effects of the use demonstrates the ability to protect explains the concept of gateway drugs Week 1
Quarter and abuse of caffeine, tobacco and alcohol one’s health by refusing to use or identifies products with caffeine Week 2
abuse gateway drugs describes the general effects of the Week 3 to
use and abuse of caffeine, tobacco Week 4
and alcohol