Marijuana

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WHAT IS MARIJUANA?

• Marijuana, or cannabis, comes from a plant.
• The dried buds of the female plant contain the highest concentration of psychoactive compounds. These buds are usually what is sold and consumed as marijuana.
• Marijuana usually costs about $10-$20 a gram.

HOW IS MARIJUANA USED?

• Marijuana is usually smoked, although it can be eaten.

• Joints are the most common method of smoking but a wide range of pipes, bongs, hookahs, and other devices are also used.

• Marijuana can be prepared in butter or cooked directly into foods for ingestion.

• Often people will cook with the leaves of the plant rather than the buds.

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA?

• In small quantities, users find marijuana both relaxing and stimulating.

• The senses are enhanced, as well as the appetite.

• In larger quantities (or with stronger strains) the effects may feel similar to LSD or Mushrooms. Users may experience nausea, mild hallucinations, anxiety, or paranoia.

• Marijuana tends to cause an increase in heart rate, reddening of the eyes, and dryness in the mouth.

• Marijuana is used medicinally to treat the symptoms of a number of diseases such as cancer, glaucoma, and AIDS.

IS MARIJUANA ADDICTIVE?

• Researchers have determined that 1 in 9 marijuana users feel some sort of dependence, experiencing withdrawal symptoms such as agitation and depression.

WHAT ARE THE DRAWBACKS OF USING MARIJUANA?

• Smoking anything, including marijuana, can damage the lungs, throat, and mouth.

• Marijuana is a Schedule I narcotic, and getting caught with it can lead to serious consequences.

• Marijuana slows down reaction time and impairs driving.

• Some people feel uncomfortable, nauseous, or paranoid after using marijuana.

• Marijuana can have synergistic effects with other drugs, increasing effects of both.