develop and deliver a seminar/workshop aimed at the teen or young adult audience on a specific health risk associated with the population. For this assignment, you will develop and deliver a 1015 minute seminar/workshop aimed at the teen or young adult audience on a specific health risk associated with the population. You will submit your presentation using the Panopto recording tool.
- If you predominantly work with a specific population and would like to present a relevant health risk seminar to that population, you must seek instructor approval in advance. Email your instructor through the Virtual Office.
Choose a health risk associated with adolescence. Some categories to consider may include:
Suicide
Pregnancy
Substance use and abuse
Motor vehicle crashes
Tobacco use
Sexually transmitted disease
Domestic violence
Mental health issues
Eating disorders
Nutrition and fitness
As the health care advocate, you will present the following to the target audience (adolescents or young adults)in 10-15 slides or screens:
An overview of the risk factor
Contributing factors
Prevalence of the health risk (meaningful data)
Explain your role with the issue as a health care practitioner/advocate
Ways to identify a problem and address the issue
Present an activity or project or exercise for the audience to engage in related to the topic
Help and support resources
In your research materials, incorporate 34 current sources with one containing the most current statistics.
Use age-appropriate creativity to ensure the message gets across to the selected audience. As you plan your seminar, consider:
How will you initiate a conversation (rather than give a lecture)?
How will you keep the attention and respect of this audience?
Use APA for citing and referencing your sources.
Keep your design and audio appropriate to the audience, yet professional. Your presentation must include both audio and visual components and be professional in nature.
Full Answer Section
Slide 3: Prevalence of Substance Abuse Among Teenagers and Young Adults
- Present relevant statistics on substance abuse rates in the target age group (e.g., data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration).
Slide 4: Contributing Factors
- Discuss factors that contribute to substance abuse, such as peer pressure, stress, mental health issues, and family history.
Slide 5: The Role of Healthcare Providers
- Explain the role of healthcare providers in preventing and treating substance abuse.
- Discuss the importance of early intervention and prevention programs.
Slide 6: Identifying a Problem with Substance Abuse
- Provide signs and symptoms of substance abuse that teenagers and young adults can look for in themselves or others.
Slide 7: Addressing Substance Abuse
- Discuss treatment options, such as therapy, medication-assisted treatment, and support groups.
- Emphasize the importance of seeking help and breaking the stigma associated with substance abuse.
Slide 8: Activity: Substance Abuse Quiz
- Conduct a quiz to assess the audience's knowledge of substance abuse and its consequences.
Slide 9: Help and Support Resources
- List local and national resources for individuals struggling with substance abuse, such as treatment centers, hotlines, and support groups.
Slide 10: Conclusion
- Summarize the key points of the presentation.
- Encourage the audience to seek help if they or someone they know is struggling with substance abuse.
Presentation Tips:
- Use age-appropriate language and examples to engage the audience.
- Incorporate interactive elements, such as polls or group discussions, to keep the audience involved.
- Use visuals, such as infographics or videos, to enhance the presentation.
- Practice your presentation beforehand to ensure a smooth delivery.
References:
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). (2023). Results from the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH): National Findings on Substance Use and Mental Health. SAMHSA Publication No. PEP-23-004.
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). (2023). DrugFacts: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. https://www.nih.gov/about-nih/what-we-do/nih-almanac/national-institute-drug-abuse-nida
Note: This is a general outline, and you may need to adjust the content and length of your presentation based on the specific needs and interests of your target audience.
Sample Answer
Health Risk: Substance Abuse
Target Audience: Teenagers and young adults
Presentation Outline:
Slide 1: Title Slide
- Title: Substance Abuse: Understanding the Risks and Finding Help
- Presenter's Name
- Date
Slide 2: Overview of Substance Abuse
- Definition of substance abuse
- Types of substances (e.g., alcohol, drugs, tobacco)
- Short-term and long-term consequences of substance abuse