what is cannabis?
the two main chemicals in cannabis cause direct effects on the body
THC, or Tetrahydrocannabinol and CBD, Cannabidiol
What happens to your lungs when you inhale smoke of any kind?
It damages the respiratory system
What happens to your heart rate after using cannabis?
It increases!
What can happen to your body if you mix cannabis with nicotine (like in blunts)?
Increased addiction risk
What are the three main types of cannabis strains?
Sativa, Indica, and Hybrid
Name one immediate effect cannabis smoke has on the lungs.
Irritation, coughing, mucus buildup
true or false: only SMOKING cannabis affects the heart.
False: whether hitting a joint or a dab pen or eating a cannabis gummy, all methods are harmful to the heart.
Name one everyday activity that becomes riskier when high
Driving, biking, sports, crossing streets
What is THC responsible for?
The psychoactive “high”
True or False: Bongs filter out harmful chemicals.
False- the water actually does not filter out the dangerous chemicals
Why can cannabis make it feel like you’re having a heart attack or panic attack?
High anxiety or paranoia/ increased heart rate/ irregular heart beat
Give one reason edibles can be more dangerous than expected
Delayed effects → overuse
Why are high-concentration THC methods more dangerous?
large amounts of concentrated THC can be more addictive because it leads to rapid high tolerance
Who is most at risk from second and thirdhand smoke?
children/ pets
Who is at higher risk for mental health issues from cannabis?
People with genetic predisposition to mental illness
True or False - "Vaping” cannabis is a safe alternative to smoking blunts, joints, and/or cigarettes.
false - a study done in 2021 says that teens who “vape” cannabis are twice as likely to develop a wheezing in the lungs or a new disease called EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping products use associated lung injury)
How does cannabis affect the body once it enters it?
It interacts with the brain and body systems to change mood, memory, coordination, heart rate, and more
How does cannabis smoke compare to cigarettes in terms of tar?
Can leave up to 4x more tar in lungs- Tar contains many cancer causing components and can form a sticky layer on the inside of the lungs
Name two mental health disorders linked to cannabis use.
Depression, anxiety, schizophrenia
How can cannabis affect your ability to play sports or drive?
slows reaction time or motor coordination