Marijuana

Aunt Mary, Bobby, Boom, Chronic, Dope, Ganja, Gangster, Grass, Hash, Herb, Kif, Mary Jane, Pot, Reefer, Sinsemilla, Skunk, Weed…

THC in the…

  • BRAIN—the active ingredient in marijuana, THC, restrains the brain from processing information and deteriorates learned behaviors.
  • LUNGS—the amount of tar and carbon monoxide absorbed are 3-5 times greater in marijuana smokers than in tobacco smokers.
  • SHORT TERM—problems with memory, learning, perceptions, problem solving, loss of motor coordination, and increased heart rate and anxiety.
  • LONG TERM—smoking 1 to 3 joints causes the same amount lung damage and cancer risk as smoking 5 times as many cigarettes.

Did you know…

  • Marijuana smoke has 50–70% more cancer causing chemicals than tobacco smoke.
  • There are over 7,000 published studies reporting the damage that marijuana produces.
  • There are 0 published studies reporting the safety of marijuana.
  • People high on marijuana exhibit the same lack of coordination on a standard drunk driver test as drunken people. 

HIGH time to quit…

  • Always admire the effort that you are putting towards freeing yourself from habits that negatively impact your life…stay positive!
  • Remove triggers, or things in your life that remind you of your marijuana use.
  • When you feel like smoking, try engaging in another activity that lifts your mood like taking a walk, listening to music, or calling a friend.
  • Get support!  Talk to your doctor, family and friends for support and advice.

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