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What is the term used for smoking tobacco and marijuana together?
What is the term used for smoking tobacco and marijuana together?
- Mixed smoking
- Joint smoking
- Mooking (correct)
- Smokesmoking
Smoking tobacco and marijuana together can have irreversible effects on the nervous system.
Smoking tobacco and marijuana together can have irreversible effects on the nervous system.
True (A)
What severe condition can result from smoking that requires the use of oxygen tubes?
What severe condition can result from smoking that requires the use of oxygen tubes?
end-stage lung disease
Marijuana-infused products that are mixed with food or beverages are commonly referred to as __________.
Marijuana-infused products that are mixed with food or beverages are commonly referred to as __________.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Which of the following symptoms has been reported as a result of consuming edibles?
Which of the following symptoms has been reported as a result of consuming edibles?
The effects of smoking marijuana are felt immediately after consumption.
The effects of smoking marijuana are felt immediately after consumption.
What are some common forms of marijuana edibles mentioned?
What are some common forms of marijuana edibles mentioned?
What is a 'blunt'?
What is a 'blunt'?
Using marijuana does not affect the lungs as severely as cigarettes.
Using marijuana does not affect the lungs as severely as cigarettes.
What are the short-term effects of inhaling marijuana smoke?
What are the short-term effects of inhaling marijuana smoke?
Hashish is a __________ resin that is dried and pressed into bars, sticks, or balls.
Hashish is a __________ resin that is dried and pressed into bars, sticks, or balls.
Match the following substances with their characteristics:
Match the following substances with their characteristics:
How long do the effects of marijuana usually last?
How long do the effects of marijuana usually last?
What is the misconception about marijuana being marketed as a medicine?
What is the misconception about marijuana being marketed as a medicine?
Medical marijuana is recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treating illnesses.
Medical marijuana is recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for treating illnesses.
By how much more are marijuana users likely to have a car crash compared to non-users?
By how much more are marijuana users likely to have a car crash compared to non-users?
Smoking marijuana can affect __________, coordination, and reaction time.
Smoking marijuana can affect __________, coordination, and reaction time.
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
What is the effect of inhaling marijuana smoke deeply?
What is the effect of inhaling marijuana smoke deeply?
Driving under the influence of marijuana is considered safe.
Driving under the influence of marijuana is considered safe.
Name one skill that marijuana negatively affects while driving.
Name one skill that marijuana negatively affects while driving.
The debate over __________ legalization continues.
The debate over __________ legalization continues.
What does the term 'medicine' imply according to the content?
What does the term 'medicine' imply according to the content?
What is one of the potential long-term effects on individuals who start using marijuana in their adolescent years?
What is one of the potential long-term effects on individuals who start using marijuana in their adolescent years?
A pregnant woman who smokes marijuana has an increased risk of giving birth to an undersized baby.
A pregnant woman who smokes marijuana has an increased risk of giving birth to an undersized baby.
List one short-term effect of marijuana use.
List one short-term effect of marijuana use.
Marijuana use during pregnancy may result in __________ defects and mental abnormalities.
Marijuana use during pregnancy may result in __________ defects and mental abnormalities.
Match the following short-term effects with their descriptions:
Match the following short-term effects with their descriptions:
Which of the following is a long-term effect of marijuana use?
Which of the following is a long-term effect of marijuana use?
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Study Notes
Marijuana and Its Forms
- Blunts refer to cigars emptied of tobacco and filled with marijuana.
- Joints and blunts may contain additives like crack cocaine or PCP, enhancing their effects.
- Marijuana consists of dried hemp plant parts, primarily green, brown, or gray leaves, stems, flowers, and seeds.
Effects of Smoking Marijuana
- Effects are felt within minutes, peaking in 30 minutes, lasting up to three hours.
- Short-term effects include increased heart rate, reduced coordination, and altered mental state.
- Smoking one joint is as harmful to the lungs as smoking four to five cigarettes due to cancer-causing chemicals.
- Mental health consequences may lead to severe anxiety and psychotic behavior.
Mooking: Mixing Tobacco and Marijuana
- Combining tobacco and marijuana in a single pipe bowl is known as "mooking."
- The mixture increases exposure to harmful substances affecting mental and physical health.
Edibles
- Marijuana-infused foods and beverages, called edibles (e.g., brownies, cookies), can lead to unpredictable effects.
- Unlike smoking, the effects of edibles may take longer to manifest and can be more intense.
Medicinal Marijuana
- Contains components believed to have medicinal properties, but these are not recognized as medications by regulatory authorities like the FDA.
- The term "medical marijuana" often refers to unprocessed cannabis, not standardized medical products.
Impact on Driving
- Marijuana significantly impairs driving ability, increasing the risk of accidents up to seven times.
- Pregnant users may risk birth defects and developmental issues in children.
Short-Term vs. Long-Term Effects
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Short-Term Effects:
- Memory impairment and heightened anxiety.
- Hallucinations and psychotic episodes.
- Increased heart rate and reduced reaction time.
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Long-Term Effects:
- Potential IQ decline, poor academic performance, and increased dropout rates.
- Risk of addiction and mental health disorders.
- Higher association with unemployed status and financial difficulties.
Correlation with Hard Drug Use
- A high percentage of cocaine users began with marijuana or similar drugs.
- Youth using marijuana are significantly more likely to transition to cocaine than non-users.
Social Risks
- Marijuana use leads to diminished cognitive skills vital for attention and learning.
- Increased workplace accidents and absenteeism reported among users.
- Cannabis intoxication linked to a notable percentage of traffic fatalities.
Peer Influence and Accessibility
- Widespread exposure and peer pressure significantly contribute to drug use rates among youth.
- Reliable information about drug dangers is often scarce, complicating prevention efforts.
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