Myth or Fact?
"Using marijuana can affect your ability to remember new information."
Fact. Marijuana can temporarily affect short-term memory and learning, making it more difficult to retain new information.
"Can you drive safely after using marijuana?"
No. Marijuana slows reaction time and affects judgment.
"Marijuana may affect what important skill needed for studying?"
Memory and concentration.
"What is THC?"
The main psychoactive chemical in marijuana.
"Your roommate pressures you to try marijuana before your first exam. What's the healthiest response?"
Politely decline and focus on preparing for the exam.
"If someone uses marijuana regularly, they can build a tolerance and may need more to experience the same effects."
Fact. Regular use can lead to tolerance, meaning the body becomes less responsive over time.
"What should you do if a friend becomes extremely confused, panicked, or has trouble breathing after using marijuana?"
Seek medical help immediately or call 911.
"Using marijuana before class may make it harder to do what?"
Pay attention and learn.
"Which usually takes longer to affect you: smoking or eating marijuana?"
Eating (edibles).
"A friend ate an edible 20 minutes ago and wants another because 'it's not working.' What should they do?"
Wait longer—edibles can take up to two hours or more to have full effects.
"Everyone in college uses marijuana."
Myth. Many college students choose not to use marijuana.
"Name one activity you should avoid after using marijuana."
Driving, riding a bike, operating machinery, or any activity requiring quick reactions.
"Name one healthy way to manage stress besides using marijuana."
Exercise, talking with friends, counseling, meditation, music, or hobbies.
"What does 'impaired' mean?"
Your thinking, judgment, coordination, or reaction time is affected.
"You're offered a ride from someone who has been using marijuana. What should you do?"
Decline the ride and find another way home.
"Higher THC levels can increase the risk of anxiety or panic."
Fact.
"Mixing marijuana with what common substance can increase impairment?"
Alcohol.
"What campus office can help students dealing with stress or substance concerns?"
Counseling Center or Student Health Services.
"Can different marijuana products have different strengths?"
Yes.
"A student says marijuana helps everyone study better. Is that accurate?"
"A student says marijuana helps everyone study better. Is that accurate?"
"Edibles affect you immediately."
Myth. Edibles often take 30 minutes to 2 hours to take effect.
"True or False: Even if marijuana is legal in your state, it may still violate campus policies."
True.
"One poor decision while impaired can affect what important college opportunities?"
"Name two common forms of marijuana."
"What's one reason it's important to know your college's marijuana policy?"
Because violating campus rules can lead to disciplinary consequences, even where marijuana is legal.