True/False
True/False:
It is easy to determine strength of edible made with cannabis
False
What is harm reduction?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, "Harm reduction is an evidence-based approach that is critical to engaging with people who use drugs and equipping them with life-saving tools and information to create positive change in their lives and potentially save their lives."
When marijuana is used what are potential short-term physical side effects? (100 pts each)
Increased heart rate, Dry mouth, Red eyes, Lack of coordination
What are some street names for marijuana or its forms?
(100 pts each)
weed, hemp, kush, mary jane, pot, grass, dope, bud, refer, hydro, hash, ganja, herb, chronic, jay/j, bud, blunt, bomb, doobie, joint, homegrown, spliff
Are CBD products allowed on campus?
Yes! As long as there is no trace of THC in the product, CBD products are allowed on campus according to the student handbook.
True/False
All types of cannabis have the same levels of THC and CBD
False
The second most abundant cannabinoid in the cannabis plant is ____. This cannabinoid does not produce euphoria and has no potential for abuse.
CBD
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In what state did the Mile 420 sign have to get changed to Mile 419.99 on Interstate 70?
Colorado
Does having a valid CT 'med card' permit use of cannabis on campus?
No, according to the Narcotics, Cannabis or Controlled Substance portion of the handbook a med card does not allow the student to use cannabis on any university property
True/False
Marijuana has reported medicinal properties
True. For many chronically ill patients, marijuana is used for pain relief and symptom management. Benefits for MEDICAL use include nausea reduction, pain reduction, and appetite stimulation. Marinol is an FDA approved pill that can be prescribed.
In harm reduction efforts, it is important to not mix marijuana with what other substance?
Alcohol
What are common subjective effects someone might experience on marijuana (i.e paranoia)
euphoria, openness, passivity, intense emotions
What percent of people ages 12+ reported cannabis use in 2017
15%, 30%, 60%, 80%
15% (According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
Will a student seeking medical help for drug or alcohol use be subject to University disciplinary action for (sole) violation of alcohol or drug use?
No, according to the University of New Haven Medical Amnesty Policy, a student's health and safety is the primary concern
Does legal access = increased use
Not necessarily! In a study in 2015, after marijuana was legalized in Colorado in 2012, adolescent marijuana use had declined
Should you choose to use marijuana, how long should you wait to drive (at a minimum)?
6 hours
How long does Marijuana stay in your system for?
Multiple factors impact this, but anywhere from a week to 90 days, average has been noted as 1 month
Where did Marijuana originate from?
Central/South Asia
Is cannabis use paraphernalia permitted on campus? (ie grinders, bongs, etc)
Per school policy, No
True/False:
Marijuana use is proven to cause mental illness
False, mental illnesses can have many roots, however cannabis use is not proven to be the 'cause' of mental illness
10.5%
Medical Marijuana is prescribed to help with these conditions and symptoms:
(Name 4)
Epilepsy and seizures, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Pain management, Cancer, Alzheimer's, HIV/AIDS. Crohn's disease, Migraines, Anorexia, IBS, PTSD,
How many arrests were made in 2022 for cannabis production/manufacturing according to the DEA
(Closest number gets the point)
5,061 (According to the 2022 Final Domestic Cannabis Eradication/Suppression Program Statistical Report)
Which impacts school policy more on cannabis use: state or federal law/ruling?
Federal