Myths
Myth or Fact — Marijuana is not addictive
Myth. It can lead to dependence in some users.
What short-term effect can marijuana have on memory?
Impaired short-term memory
Is marijuana legal for minors?
NO
Marijuana smoke can affect what organ?
Lungs
THC is the chemical in marijuana that causes what?
The high
Myth or Fact — Marijuana makes everyone relaxed
Myth. Some people experience anxiety or paranoia
Marijuana commonly affects coordination. True or False?
True
Can you drive under the influence of marijuana legally?
NO
Marijuana use can increase what mental health issue?
Anxiety
Marijuana can be smoked, eaten, or what else?
Vaped
Myth or Fact — Marijuana is safer because it’s natural.
Myth. Natural substances can still be harmful.
What emotion may increase after marijuana use in some people?
Anxiety or paranoia
Laws about marijuana vary by what?
State and school campus
Regular use can affect motivation. What is this sometimes called?
Amotivational syndrome
Edibles usually take longer to feel effects. True or False?
True
Myth or Fact — You can’t overdose on marijuana.
Myth. While not usually fatal, high doses can cause severe symptoms.
Marijuana can slow what important skill needed for sports and driving?
Reaction time
Can schools still punish marijuana use even if it's legal in a state?
Yes
Marijuana may interfere with development of what in teens?
Brain development
Mixing marijuana with alcohol increases what?
Impairment and risk
Myth or Fact — Marijuana doesn’t affect driving ability.
Myth. It slows reaction time and impairs judgment.
Long-term use may affect what brain function?
Learning and memory
Is marijuana allowed on federal property even in legal states?
NOOOOOOOOO
Heavy use is linked to increased risk of what mental disorder?
Depression (and in some cases psychosis)
Frequent marijuana use can lead to what type of disorder?
Cannabis use disorder