Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme Regarding Knowledge on and Attitude towards Substance Abuse among Adolescent in Selected Schools at Puducherry

Shyamaladevi M

Abstract: Adolescence is a fluctuating period wherein there is total confusion regarding everything that is supposed to be performed.it is a period wherein the adolescent love to be popular among their peers and ready to do things as they wish and something that gives them thrill.they have their own social grouping new values in selection of friends and social acceptance etc. This may lead changes ia a teen alertness, perception, movement, judgement and attention,making the teen more likely to engage in high risk behaviours, alcohol among adolescent is one of the leading cause of death and disability than from automobile accidents, sucide and violence.

Keywords: Structured Teaching Programme, Knowledge, Attitude, Puducherry, Abuse