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Marijuana and Teenagers
What is Cannabis and Marijuana?• Cannabis is the plant.• Marijuana comes from the dried tops, leaves, stems and seeds of the cannabis plant, which somewhat resembles oregano.
• Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is the major psychoactive ingredient in cannabis, and marijuana is its most popular form.
1. Marijuana is Harmless1. Sure, it does not kill you directly, but regular use
has been shown to be associated with long-term problems, including poor academic performance, memory loss and lung cancer.
2. Marijuana is Not Addictive1. More teens each year enter treatment centres
with marijuana as their main substance abused2. Marijuana is addictive and people become
dependent on it3. Marijuana is not as Bad as Cigarettes
1. Pot actually contains many of the same cancer-causing chemicals found in tobacco
2. Smoking marijuana may increase the risk of cancer more than smoking tobacco does
Five Myths about Marijuana
1. Driving while High is safer than Driving Drunk1. Marijuana affects alertness, concentration,
perception coordination and reaction time – essential skills required for safe driving
2. I can smoke Pot and still get straight A’s1. Researchers have found that heavy use may be
especially problematic during teen’s peak learning years, when the brain is still developing, since it impairs your ability to concentrate and retain information
2. You may be doing well but you will never know if smoking pot is inhibiting your true academic potential
Five Myths about Marijuana Cont’d
1. Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug in Canada
2. 44% of Canadians say they have used marijuana at least once in their lifetime
3. In Ontario, male students are more likely to use marijuana than females (28% vs 25%)
4. 3% of Grade 7 students have tried marijuana in the past year
5. About 1 in 8 students (12%) who use marijuana use it every day. This is about 3% of all grade 7 to 12 students in Ontario (about 33,200 students)
Five Facts about Marijuana
Have a good timeExperimentRelaxRelieve boredomCope with problemsBe one of the crowdBe different
Reason why young people choose to use marijuana
Health risksSafety risksIt’s illegalWaste of moneyBad effects on school or their future career
choicesEscape problems instead of deal with themIt may upset their friends and family
Reasons why young people choose not to use marijuana
Answer the questions below from Pg. 242 - 2461. How long will the effects of marijuana last ?2. What are some of the physical and
psychological effects of marijuana?3. What are some withdrawal symptoms of
marijuana?4. What are the immediate, short-term, and
long-term effects of marijuana use?5. Is having marijuana in your possession still a
criminal offence?
Activity – Independently
How long will the effects of marijuana last?
Question 1
2 to 4 hours
Respiratory systemDamage to the respiratory systemMarijuana smoke contains more tar and higher amounts of
cancer-producing chemicalsThe mind
Problems with memory, concentration, and the brain’s ability to organize and process complex information
Mental and emotional systemPossible symptoms of schizophrenia worse than people who
already have itPregnancy
During pregnancy can have a negative effect on the mental development of a child
DependenceWill gradually need more to get the same effect
Question 2What are some of the physical and psychological effects of marijuana?
What are some withdrawal symptoms of marijuana?
Question 3
AnxietyIrritability
Sleeping ProblemsSweating
Loss of Appetite
What are the immediate, short-term and long-term effects of marijuana use?
Immediate: Red eyes, Dry mouth/throat, Short-term memory loss, Enhanced sensory
perception, Paranoia, Increase HR, Anxiety, Concentration problems, and Trouble with problem solving
Short-term: Short-term memory loss, Paranoia, Lack of coordination, Anxiety,
Concentration problems and Trouble with problem solving
Long-term: Cancer, Respiratory problems, Mental health problems and
Dependence
Question 4
Is having marijuana in your possession still a criminal offence?
Question 5
YES!!!!!
Review all your notes for Alcohol, Tobacco and Marijuana.
Finish any incomplete worksheets from this health unit.
Quiz next class, on Tuesday, November 23, 2010.
Reminder: BRING YOUR POOL STUFF!!!
Homework