Why this PSHE / RSHE resource?

There are some really interesting new things to consider in the DFE's new 2026 RSHE guidance and this was a topic which I found a really interesting addition as it gets pupils to not only think about mental health but the potential unhealthy coping strategies we might use to deal with it. Similarly it gets pupils to think about some of the reasons we might be tempted to use drugs and alcohol and how these might not always be positive but also how there might be the need to be compassionate and provide support for people who do use them to avoid dealing with trauma.

What does this PSHE lesson on the bidirectional relationship between alcohol, drugs and mental health cover exactly?

• How we might feel pulled to do things we know are not good for us.
• The loop between why people use drugs and alcohol to manage mental health and the impact they have on mental health.
• Why it is people get stuck in this loop.
• What treatment might need to look like.

Why Youcantknoweverything Education's resources on this PSHE topic?

Firstly this resource is completely free!

Secondly, all of our resources are designed to be engaging, easily deliverable by teachers and support pupil meta cognition by considering the latest educational research. Unlike other products on the market ours are not overwhelming or unnecessarily stimulating and so are also great for PSHE learners with SEN needs. Our resources include a further support, careers and homework slide as well as teacher guidance and slide notes and a pupil guidance slide ensuring they are fully prepared for the requirements of the lesson.

Thirdly we offer this resource in both lesson and tutor time / form time formats and our PSHE resources are fully editable allowing you to adapt them for the specific needs of your school.

Can I get this PSHE resource as part of a complete PSHE package?

Yes, we offer this resource as part of a complete package which includes access to all of our resources including our new 2026 PSHE / RSHE curriculum which is fully compliant with the recent DFE RSHE guidance. 

Where can I find this PSHE resource?

Find the lesson on our website here.

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