Cannabis Basics
What are the 3 ways marijuana can be consumed?
Inhalation
Ingestion
Topical Application
What is the legal age to purchase cannabis in Canada?
19 years
What substance in cigarettes makes them highly addictive?
Nicotine
What are two common forms of inhalation
Smoking, vaping, joint, bong ect
What chemical in cannabis causes the "high" feeling?
THC - Tetrahydrocannabinol
What are the consequences of drug-impaired driving?
Fines, penalties, licence suspended
How quickly does nicotine reach the brain after inhalation?
Within seconds
What are the three primary ways people consume cannabis
Ingesting, Inhalation, Topical
How does CBD differ from THC?
CBD does not make you high, used for medicinal purposes like pain relief and relaxation.
Is cannabis use allowed in schools or workplaces?
No it is prohibited
What are some immediate effects of smoking?
Coughing, poor endurance, more colds
What is a key difference between ingestion and inhalation in terms of effects?
(Ingestion takes longer to feel effects but lasts longer, while inhalation works faster but wears off sooner.)
At what age does the brain fully develop, making cannabis use riskier before this age and what are some of the academic affects of early cannabis use?
Age 25, Decreased academic performance, increase drop out rates.
How many cannabis plants can be legally grown per household?
4 plants per household
Name two long-term health effects of smoking.
Heart disease, lung disease, cancers, premature death, addiction to other drugs
How does topical cannabis application work, and does it produce a high?
It is absorbed through the skin for localized relief and does not typically produce a high
What are some short-term effects of cannabis use
High, hunger, sleepiness, anxiety....
What is the legal limit for carrying cannabis in public
30 grams or about 1 ounce
How does nicotine affect the adolescent brain?
Impairs memory, concentration, emotional regulation, increases addiction risk.
Why is vaping sometimes considered a more potent method of inhalation?
Vape products can contain concentrated THC, making the effects stronger and faster than traditional smoking.