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WHAT IS MARIJUANA? • Reduced sperm production, altered sperm shape
and mobility
It is the term used to • Reduced testosterone level among pre-teenage boys
describe all plant materials like which puts them at increased risk of infertility.
leaves, tops, stems, flowers, • Symptoms of mental illness (psychosis) is exacerbated.
and roots from a cannabis plant
(Cannabis Sativa), that is dried
and prepared for smoking or DEPENDENCE
taken orally as “brownies.” Regular heavy use leads to psychological
This is also known as Closeup of THC-filled dependence. Some heavy users exhibit disrupted sleep
“bhang,” “pot” or “weed.” trichomes on a and nervousness.
Cannabis sativa leaf
Smoking cannabis induces a dreamy state of
consciousness in which ideas seem disconnected, un-
anticipated and free-flowing. Time, color and spatial
A hybrid Cannabis strain perceptions may be altered. Panic reactions have
(White Widow) flower WHY DO YOUNG PEOPLE USE
occured, particularly among first time users.
coated with trichomes, MARIJUANA?
which contain more THC Increased heart rate, eye infections and dry-mouth
• Peer Pressure
than any other part of occur regularly.
the plant • Curiosity
Communication and motor abilities are decreased, • Desire to escape from reality
depth of perception and tracking are impaired and • Frustration (due to personal issues, problems in the
sense of timing is altered. family, in school, or at work)
WHAT IS THE PRINCIPAL PSYCHOACTIVE • Boredom
Marijuana smokers develop pulmonary symptoms
COMPONENT OF MARIJUANA? such as excessive coughing and increased phlegms. • Poor self-image
• Low self-esteem
Marijuana contains the Symptom of mental illness may be exacerbated
• Weak personality and inability to cope with stress
mind-altering component by marijuana even in patients being treated with anti-
and conflict
delta-9-tetrahydro-cannabinol psychotic drugs.
• Lack of parental guidance
(also referred to as delta-9-THC).

HOW CAN YOU SAY “NO” TO MARIJUANA

ADVERSE EFFECTS OF
Drugs can’t solve problems. Only you and a little help
CHRONIC OR LONG
from friends, and people who care about you, can solve
TERM USE OF MARIJUANA the problem.
• Impairment of short-term memory and cognitive Give yourself the chance to be all you can be. Discover
functioning particularly of mathematical, reading your special talents, build relationships with people, learn
comprehension and verbal skills other skills and develop your own personality.
• Impairment of motor skills that can lead to accidents. Anything you can get out of using drugs, you can
• Respiratory problems such as bronchitis and lung get from other activities. The trick is finding out which
cancer things are right for you.
• Premature babies, low birth weight, abortion or
stillbirth (neonatal death)
• Panic or state of anxiety, that is sometimes WHY YOU SHOULD SAY “NO” TO
accompanied with paranoia MARIJUANA?
• Regular use of marijuana dulls the mind of smoker
and blunts enthusiasm Keep your reasons simple and honest. You don’t have to
• Burnout; the user can become dull, slow moving, explain why you don’t want to use drugs.
inattentive and unaware of his or her surroundings. Be polite but firm.
• Infections Remember; it is your right to say “NO” to drugs.