Weed affects kids’ mental health and well-being.
Studies show marijuana causes physical changes in the brain, and those changes are linked to decreases in academic achievement and athletic performance; as well as increases in depression and anxiety. Learn more about recent science concerning kids and cannabis.
Source: US National Library of Medicine, Effects of Cannabis on the Adolescent Brain
Using cannabis under age 25 changes neural pathways related to learning.
THC, the main chemical in marijuana, mimics natural brain chemicals that growing minds need to develop properly, affecting kids’ quality of life as adults. Now that weed is more widely available, it’s time for a conversation about trying it at a young age.
Here’s how much times have changed.
The amount of THC in commonly grown cannabis plants tripled between 1995 and 2014. And today you’ll see vape pens, waxes, resins and edibles that are easy to hide and may contain 75% THC or more.
Flower
“Grass.” “Weed.” “Pot.” The most familiar form is actually the dried flowers of the plant. Known by many names, used in many ways.
Vape
In replaceable cartridges or disposable “pens,” oil extracted from cannabis plants is heated, producing a mild-smelling vapor.
Wax
This super-concentrated form of marijuana is also known by resin, badder, and other names. Small amounts pack a lot of THC.
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