MARIJUANA
While it is important to remember that most students do not use marijuana, recent data shows a decrease in perception of risk. This means that fewer youth believe the drug can be as dangerous as "harder" substances, which can lead to them being more susceptible to start using.
With increased normalization in pop culture and social media, legalization, and varied ways of using including edibles and vape pens, it has become more difficult to address the potentially harmful consequences of regular use of marijuana. Here you can find resources to open the conversation with your kids, recognize the signs and symptoms of use, and common facts and myths about the drug.
Think marijuana isn't potentially dangerous to your health? The Youth Action Board (YAB) is here to help you think again.
List of Services
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ADDRESSING THE "NEW NORMAL" OF MARIJUANAVIEW RESOURCE
The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids helps navigate the increased normalization of marijuana in pop culture, legalization, and varied ways of using and provides tips on how to address it with youth.
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MARIJUANA FACTS, MYTHS, AND HEALTH EFFECTSVIEW RESOURCE List Item 1
Above the Influence provides general facts about marijuana, common myths, short and long-term health effects, and tips on how to live a healthy, drug-free life.
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HOW MARIJUANA EFFECTS SCHOOL, WORK, AND SOCIABILITYVIEW RESOURCE List Item 3
In this article, the National Institute on Drug Abuse provides information on how marijuana can affect performance at school and work, as well as social lives.
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THE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA ON EVERYDAY LIFE AND THE FUTUREVIEW RESOURCE List Item 2
Smart Approach to Marijuana (SAM) provides information concerning marijuana and the effects it can have on youth, their families, friends, communities, everyday lives, and aspirations for the future.
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RECOGNIZING THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF MARIJUANA USEVIEW RESOURCE List Item 4
In this article, the National Institute on Drug Abuse shows how to recognize the signs and symptoms of marijuana use, both physical and behavioral.
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THE RISKS OF MARJUANA USE AND HOW TO PREVENT ITVIEW RESOURCE
Clear the Smoke offers a toolkit designed to help recognize the signs of marijuana use, the risks of use, facts about the drug, and methods of prevention.
