Cannabis
A common word for the plant called cannabis.
Marijuana
Approximately how old will you be when your brain finishes developing?
25 years old
A chemical from the cannabis plants that can negatively affect the developing brain and causes the 'high' feeling.
THC
Who is effected by drug use?
everyone
community, friends, family, yourself
What are at least 3 ways we can protect our brains?
eat healthy, get enough sleep, exercise, and learn
The 3 ways cannabis is used.
Ingested, smoked, and vaporized
A chemical substance that carries a message from one neuron to another.
Neurotransmitter (neu·ro·trans·mit·ter)
Bonus information:
3 kinds we have discussed are:
1. Dopamine (AKA "Happy Hormone")
2. Norepinephrine
3. Endocannabinoids
Why is it worse for adolescents/teens to use cannabis and other drugs so bad?
Because the brain and body is still developing, and drug use can cause cognitive damage.
True or False It is safer to drive after smoking cannabis than driving after drinking alcohol.
False - both substances
How can we get the 'happy hormones' in a healthy way?
By doing activities we enjoy, music, friends, activities, exercise etc.
A chemical from cannabis plants that does not affect the brain.
CBD
The nerve cell that carries messages between the brain and other parts of the body.
Neuron (neu·ron)
Cannabis that is prescribed by a doctor and is used to treat a some very serious medical conditions.
Medical Marijuana
Why is day 5-7 significant when trying to stop using cannabis?
Most people who tried to quit failed at days 5-7
What are 3 things to keep in mind when making healthy decisions?
goals, values, additional information, results/consequences
The effets of smoking pot can last up to 2 days?
True or false
True: THC, the active ingredient in marijuana is extremely fat-soluble and can still enter the bloodstream from the fatty tissues and have effects on the brain for up to 2 days.
What are the 3 parts of the endocannabinoid system?
endocannabinoids, cellular receptors, and enzymes.
_____ is a chronic brain disease that causes a person to take drugs or alcohol repeatedly, despite the harm they cause
Addiction
What are at least 3 of the 4 negative effects from cannabis use we discussed?
1. Short term memory loss
2. reduced focus/ attention
3. organize/decision making skills
4. low self confidence/mood or depressed mood
What are 3 ways to improve self-image and self-esteem?
mindful how we talk to ourselves, making and accomplishing goals, who we spend time with, killing ANTS (negative thoughts), take care of ourselves
When someone uses marijuana, which brain messenger does it mimic?
Endocannabinoid (en·do·can·na·bi·noid)
______ increases alertness and arousal, and speeds reaction time, and effects mood and concentration.
Norepinephrine
______ is as one of the "happy hormones" that promote positive feelings like pleasure, happiness, and even love. It is also the chemical that floods the brain and causes addiction when drugs are used.
Dopamine
What are at least 3 withdrawal symptoms when someone quits using cannabis?
1. nausea
2. headache
3. depressed mood
4. difficulty sleeping
5. sweating
6. anger
7. nervousness
8. decreased appetite
9. strange dreams
What are 3 positive influences that has been shown help teens be successful and stay healthy?
Healthy connection with family or healthy adults
Academic or extracurricular activities (involved in groups, sports or organizations within or without of school)
Manage with emotions in a healthy way
taking care of our body and mind (eat sleep exercise)
goals/dreams/sense of purpose