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The first film in our series of nine is an introduction to the concept of addiction, explaining the science behind it, presenting key words, and featuring select moments from interviews with seven people who have each been exposed to a different type of addiction.

Understanding Addiction

Video length - 08.24
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Paul started experiencing pains in his hip when he was only 14. He was prescribed codeine but as his tolerance grew and the pain worsened, he moved on to morphine. But his usage went far beyond what doctors recommended.

Understanding Addiction: Prescription Drugs

Video length - 06.06
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Many children and young people have to move to a new school, a new city, or a new country. In this film, young people describe how it feels to start a new life and find a new home.

Belong

Video length - 04.58
Published date - Mar 2020
Keystage(s) - 3 and 4

Presented by Mental Health Nurse Emma, who details how UK law currently stands regarding the possession, distribution and manufacture of illegal drugs.

Understanding Addiction: The Law

Video length - 04.07
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Jo is now in her 40s but spent her childhood being frightened of her father, who became addicted to alcohol. It’s important to listen to and help those who become dependent on a substance, the loved ones of people with dependency issues sometimes get forgotten.

Understanding Addiction: Dad Dependent On Alcohol

Video length - 06.26
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Simon had a difficult childhood and used heroin to escape from his emotional trauma, it led to homelessness and a near death experience. But with the right help, he turned his life around. Watch him share his story now.

Understanding Addiction: Heroin

Video length - 05.11
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Sarah (not her real name) excelled at primary school. But when she started secondary school, she started getting bullied. It led her down a dark path. Then she started drinking alcohol, and things got much, much worse.

Understanding Addiction: Alcohol

Video length - 07.44
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Cannabis is the most popular illegal drug in the UK. Dean began smoking it when he was only 12 years old, and it contributed to numerous psychological issues. But with the right help, he turned his life around. Watch him share his story now.

Understanding Addiction: Cannabis

Video length - 04.52
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Jack was bullied as a child and experienced traumas at home that made him want to bulk up and get muscular. But he could never get big enough and soon became emotionally dependent on steroids. But with the right help, he turned his life around.

Understanding Addiction: Steroids

Video length - 05.55
Published date - Sep 2021
Keystage(s) - 3, 4 and 5

Omaima went to visit parents-to-be Hawra and Mustafa to talk about their plans for the birth and the various traditions that Muslim families follow when a baby is born.

Muslim Birth Ceremonies

Video length - 06.30
Published date - Sep 2015
Keystage(s) - 3 and 4