SCIENCE
BODY EFFECTS
BRAIN EFFECTS
THC FAQS
RANDOM
100
How can people test for marijuana?
Urine, blood, hair, saliva
100
True or False?
You react quicker when you smoke.
FALSE- reaction time is slowed significantly; i.e. you should not operate a vehicle or machinery while high
100
How is your memory affected?
Impaired, not as good
100
Out of 10 people, how many people will get addicted to cannabis?
3 in 10 people have a cannabis use disorder
100
The Acronym S.M.A.R.T stands for?
S- Specific
M-Measurable
A-Attainable
R-reasonable/relevant
T-Timely
200
How long can THC be detected in your body?
up to 28 days after use
200
TRUE or FALSE?
Marijuana helps with allergies.
FALSE- they are made worse.
200
TRUE OR FALSE: THC use can cause insomnia/sleep-related problems and dependence.
TRUE
200
Is THC used primarily for pain?
No, CBD is primarily used for pain
200
How many days a week are you supposed to attend IOP? What are the hours?
3 days a week for 3 hours; 930-1245
300
What does marijuana look like before it is processed? DESCRIBE
300
What happens to your heart rate?
Increases or gets faster, if paired with anxiety THC can cause you to experience panic attack like symptoms
300
TRUE OR FALSE: Using THC before the age of 18 caused impairment on brain development and brain function.
TRUE
300
What are the differences between CBD and THC?
CBD- typically used for pain, a milder form of the cannabis plant
THC- typically used for the "high", comes in two strains
300
the acronym PAWS stands for?
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome
400
What does CBD stand for?
Cannbidiol
400
What happens to your appetite?
appetite increases: marijuana usage is often paired with significant weight gain due to increased hunger and lowered inhibitions to stop eating when full
400
What are good effects of marijuana?
pain reliever, relax, nausea relief
400
Can you CONSENT to sexual activity while high?
Absolutely not, under no circumstances can someone under the influence give true consent
400
How many absences OUTSIDE OF COURT are you allowed per 30 days in IOP?
Two, you get two total absences unless the facilitator allows you an exception
500
What does THC stand for?
Tetrahydrocannibinol
500
How does marijuana affect your balance and coordination?
similar to lowered reaction time, your balance and coordination are significantly thrown off when high, increasing risk for more injuries
500
What structures in the brain are impacted by marijuana use? Name at least one
Hippocampus (camera of the brain)- memory
Amygdala (emotions)
Prefrontal Cortex (logic center of brain)
500
In 2021, approximately how many people used THC in the United States? (You can give a number or percentage)
52.5 million or about 19% of Americans
500
What are you generally supposed to do almost immediately upon entering the group room?
put your phone in the phone basket