Cannabis Use
Can you overdose on edible cannabis?
Yes
using more than intended, trying but failing to quit, spending a lot of time using, cravings, use causes problems at home, school or work, giving up important activities with friends/family to use, using in high-risk situations, continuing use despite physical or psychological problems, increased tolerance, experiencing withdrawals when they stop use
What is dried cannabis?
Loos bud, pre-rolled
What does abstinence mean?
Not using at all
What two psychosis type of mental illness are linked to cannabis use?
bipolar and schizophrenia
Can you become addicted to cannabis?
Yes
What are 4 physical symptoms of cannabis disorder?
severe vomiting, nausea, dehydration, stomach pain, coughing, wheezing, sore throat, chest tightness, hoarse voice
What are 4 types of cannabis extracts?
hash, shatter, wax, budder, vape cartridges, oil sprays, capsules
What does non-problematic use mean?
a person who uses cannabis occasionally
What is psychosis?
not knowing what's real, hallucinations, and paranoia
What 4 factors increase the risks of your brain being altered when using cannabis?
What are 4 functions of the brain that can be permanently affected by cannabis use?
mood regulation, executive functioning (ability to organize your thoughts, plan, decision-making and executing plans), memory, perceptions of reality, learning, coordination, reaction time
What are the 4 parts of the plants that are included when referring to cannabis?
dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds
What does problematic use mean?
A person who continues to use daily or almost daily despite the negative impact on their lives.
At what age does is the brain fully developed?
25
What are 4 health risks of ingesting/eating/drinking cannabis?
decreased or increased appetite, weight loss, stomach pain, sleep disorders, psychosis
What is cannabis dependence?
A person who has persistent cravings and has a hard time controlling their use.
What percentage of THC is in dried cannabis?
30%
What lowers your risk level of future health problems?
delay using cannabis (especially after the age of 25) or not using at all
If you use cannabis more than twice a week, you are how many times more likely to develop psychosis later in the life?
4 times
What are 4 health risks of smoking cannabis daily over a long period of time?
lung cancer, bronchitis, mental illness, memory loss
Using cannabis during pregnancy can lead to what 3 things?
low birth weight, behavioral problems, and neurodevelopmental problems
What percentage of THC is in cannabis extracts?
95%
What is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome?
when a person has nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain after heavy, long-term cannabis use
As the potency of THC increases, your likelihood of developing these 4 mental illnesses also increases.
schizophrenia, bipolar, major depressive disorder, major anxiety disorder