Marijuana 101

What were some of the findings in this 2012 research study?

Persistent marijuana use at a young age can cause long-term impairment in ability to pay attention, focus, and develop problem solving strategies.

Which statements are true about addiction? (select all that apply)

-Addiction means that people have a hard time controlling drug use despite negative effects -Addiction can lead to unpleasant withdrawal symptoms if people stop

Which of the following statements are true about marijuana?

-THC can be stored in body fat for relatively long periods of time -THC can be detectable in blood and urine for 2-3 weeks after using

According to this 2012 research study what are the primary factors of marijuana use that can lead to brain damage? (select all that apply)

-Using frequently -Beginning use at a younger age -Using over a long period of time

Which of the following can result from consumption of synthetic cannabinoid use?

-Vomiting -Violent Behavior -Suicidal Thought

Marijuana edibles

-produce a different kind of high. -take longer to feel the effects.

In this research study what was the average drop in IQ between childhood and adulthood for people who started using marijuana at a younger age?

8-point drop

Dabbing marijuana results in a lower THC concentration

False

It is legal to sell, buy, distribute, or possess synthetic cannabinoid products

False

Marijuana has been used historically as a treatment for memory lapses, attention deficit, and overeating

False

Marijuana mimics chemicals that are not ordinarily found in the body

False

Most people who use marijuana go on to use other drugs of abuse

False

People tend to use marijuana at younger ages than all other drugs

False

Synthetic cannabinoids are intended for human consumption

False

Which group below is more likely to use marijuana?

Males 18-25

Some cancer patients smoke marijuana to treat nausea from chemotherapy. What other medication containing THC is prescribed for nausea?

Marinol

Marijuana withdrawal is similar to...

Nicotine withdrawal

Of the following mental health issues, which has the strongest evidence that it is linked to marijuana use?

Schizophrenia

Age is a predictor of whether people who use marijuana will progress to other drugs.

True

Although some states have legalized some uses of marijuana, it is still illegal at the federal level.

True

Marijuana has a negative effect on attention, memory, and learning that can last for days after the drug wears off

True

Most people who use marijuana are occasional, non-addicted users

True

Students who smoke marijuana tend to have lower grades and are more likely to drop out of school than those who don't smoke.

True