THC & Brain Effects
What is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)?
This is the primary psychoactive compound found in cannabis.
What is a depressant?
Cannabis is often classified as this type of drug because it can slow central nervous system activity.
What is increased appetite (the "munchies")?
This common effect of THC often leads to increased hunger.
What are memory, attention, and learning?
Frequent THC use may negatively affect these mental abilities over time.
What is "natural means harmless"?
This misconception suggests cannabis is completely safe simply because it is natural.
THC binds to these receptors in the brain to produce its effects.
What are cannabinoid receptors?
What is the central nervous system?
This body system is slowed by depressant drugs.
What are minutes?
When cannabis is smoked or vaped, effects typically begin within these units of time.
What is adolecnce
People in this stage of life are especially vulnerable because their brains are still deve
What is the same way?
This statement is false: THC affects every person in exactly this way.
What is the hippocampus?
What are cannabinoid receptors?
What is relaxation?
: A common depressant effect of THC is increased feelings of this.
What are edibles?
: These cannabis products may lead to overconsumption because their effects are delayed.
What is tolerance?
This occurs when a person needs more THC to achieve the same effect.
What is "natural means harmless"?
This false belief suggests cannabis cannot be addictive.
What is effect of memory?
THC can impair this cognitive function, making it harder to form new memories.
What is coordination?
THC may impair this physical ability, affecting balance and movement.
What is driving?
THC can impair this activity by affecting judgment, reaction time, and attention.
What is cannabis use disorder?
This condition involves difficulty controlling cannabis use despite negative consequences.
What is driving ability?
Some people mistakenly believe cannabis improves this skill behind the wheel.
What is the perception of time?
THC can slow this ability, increasing the risk of accidents.
What is sleepiness or drowsiness?
Contrary to popular belief, cannabis does not always cause this state.
What is concentration or focus?
THC can make it harder to maintain this mental skill during complex tasks.
What is mental health?
Long-term cannabis use may be associated with increased risks involving this aspect of health.
What is "THC affects everyone the same way"?
This myth claims that everyone experiences THC in exactly the same way.