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How does the legal status of cannabis impact consumer safety?
How does the legal status of cannabis impact consumer safety?
- Legalization leads to decreased potency, minimizing potential adverse effects.
- Legalization ensures all cannabis products are free from contaminants.
- Illegality prevents government oversight, leading to potential product safety and quality issues. (correct)
- Illegality encourages standardized testing practices across different regions.
Which factor most significantly influences the unpredictable nature of cannabis effects?
Which factor most significantly influences the unpredictable nature of cannabis effects?
- The combination of dosage, consumption method, and cannabis strain. (correct)
- The time of day it is consumed.
- The ambient temperature.
- The user's age.
What is a significant risk associated with synthetic cannabinoids sold as cannabis?
What is a significant risk associated with synthetic cannabinoids sold as cannabis?
- Guaranteed consistency in dosage and effects.
- Reduced psychoactive effects compared to natural cannabis.
- Potential for severe health consequences, including death. (correct)
- Lower risk of mental health issues compared to natural cannabis.
How do cannabinoids like THC and CBD interact with the brain?
How do cannabinoids like THC and CBD interact with the brain?
What are some potential short-term effects of cannabis use?
What are some potential short-term effects of cannabis use?
Flashcards
Risks of illegal cannabis
Risks of illegal cannabis
Unpredictable effects due to varying dose, consumption method, and strain when the government can't control contents
Reported short-term benefits of cannabis
Reported short-term benefits of cannabis
Relaxation, stimulation, pain relief, anxiety relief, and appetite stimulation.
Common short-term effects of cannabis
Common short-term effects of cannabis
Increased laughter, slower response times, nausea, mild hallucinations, or paranoia at higher doses.
What is cannabis?
What is cannabis?
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Key cannabinoids
Key cannabinoids
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Study Notes
Risks and Concerns of Cannabis Use:
- When drugs are illegal, the government is unable to control their contents or efficacy.
- Lack of government control leads to uncertainty about the quality and safety of cannabis, edibles, and vape cartridges in areas where it is illegal.
- Cannabis effects are unpredictable, and depend on the dose, consumption method, and strain of the cannabis plant.
- Cannabis use isn't fatal, but overconsumption can cause uncomfortable highs and panic attacks.
- Long-term or habitual cannabis use can worsen mental health, especially for those under 18, impacting brain development.
- Synthetic cannabinoids, sometimes sold as cannabis, are dangerous and can cause shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, and even death.
Reported Short-Term Benefits of Cannabis:
- Relaxation and calm are reported benefits
- Stimulation or increased creativity
- Pain and anxiety relief or appetite stimulation, is commonly experienced by cancer patients
Common Short-Term Effects:
- Increased laughter is a common side effect
- Slower response times or seeming distracted is an effect
- Nausea, mild hallucinations, or paranoia may occur at higher doses
General Facts About Cannabis:
- Cannabis (marijuana) can be concentrated into oils, butter, or sticky substances like "wax" or "shatter".
- Cannabis originated in Asia and has been used by humans for thousands of years; it is now the most commonly used illicit drug.
- Cannabis can be smoked or vaped and can also be consumed in "edibles".
- Cannabis contains over 400 chemical compounds, with THC as the main psychoactive ingredient responsible for the "high".
- Cannabinoids like THC and non-psychoactive CBD mimic chemicals in the brain's endocannabinoid system.
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An overview of the risks and concerns associated with cannabis use, including the lack of government regulation, unpredictable effects, and potential impact on mental health. It also highlights some reported short-term benefits such as relaxation, creativity, and pain relief.
