Marijuana and Health
True or False: Marijuana is the leading cause of lung cancer.
False. While smoking anything can harm the lungs, marijuana has not been proven to cause lung cancer directly like tobacco.
True or False: Marijuana is as addictive as tobacco.
False. Marijuana has a lower potential for addiction compared to tobacco, but some users can develop a dependency.
Is Cannabis legal in Canada?
Yes, cannabis is legal in Canada, both for recreational and medicinal use.
True or False: Marijuana causes long-term depression.
False. While marijuana use can sometimes worsen mental health conditions like depression, it does not directly cause long-term depression.
True or False: Marijuana kills brain cells.
False. While marijuana can temporarily impair cognitive function, it doesn’t kill brain cells.
What medical condition is often treated with medical marijuana for pain relief?
Chronic pain, especially from conditions like arthritis or multiple sclerosis.
What is the term used for marijuana withdrawal symptoms?
Cannabis Withdrawal Syndrome
Which country was the first to fully legalize recreational marijuana?
Uruguay
What mental health condition is marijuana sometimes used to treat?
Anxiety
What is one of the main reasons why marijuana is considered safer than alcohol?
Marijuana has a lower risk of overdose compared to alcohol.
True or False: Marijuana causes permanent brain damage in teenagers.
False. While heavy use can affect brain development, it doesn’t cause permanent damage, but it may impair cognitive function temporarily.
Which is more likely to cause addiction, marijuana or alcohol?
Alcohol. Marijuana has a lower addiction potential than alcohol.
True or False: Legalizing marijuana leads to increased crime.
False. Studies show that marijuana legalization has not led to a significant increase in crime
True or False: Marijuana use can trigger psychosis in vulnerable individuals.
True. In some people, especially those predisposed to mental health conditions, marijuana can trigger or exacerbate psychosis.
True or False: Marijuana use is linked to lung cancer.
False. While smoking anything can damage the lungs, there is no conclusive evidence linking marijuana to lung cancer directly.
Which of these is NOT a common side effect of marijuana? A) Increased appetite, B) Dry mouth, C) Hair loss, D) Red eyes
C) Hair loss
True or False: Marijuana addiction is less harmful than alcohol addiction.
True. While both can lead to issues, marijuana addiction is generally considered less harmful compared to alcohol, especially in terms of physical health consequences.
What is the main argument against legalizing marijuana?
Concerns over public health, such as increased use among minors or impaired driving.
Which component of marijuana is most commonly linked to its therapeutic effects on mental health?
CBD (Cannabidiol)
What is the most common form of marijuana used for medical purposes?
Tinctures, which are cannabis-infused alcohol or oil, can be consumed under the tongue or added to food and drinks. Oral capsules and solutions, like those containing THC or CBD, are also common.
What does "CBD" stand for in medical marijuana products?
Cannabidiol
What percent of people in Canada consume cannabis daily or almost daily?
6% of all people in Canada reported consuming cannabis daily or almost daily
What year was Cannabis use legalized in Canada?
2018
What is a common misconception about marijuana and anxiety treatment?
That marijuana always relieves anxiety, when in fact, it can sometimes increase anxiety or paranoia in some users.
True or False: Smoking weed is as harmful as smoking tobacco
False: While both can be harmful, smoking cannabis may be less harmful than smoking tobacco in terms of lung cancer risk.