We've all probably heard the phrase "it's just weed" used in instances meant to downplay or dismiss the use of marijuana, but what these words do not convey is that today's cannabis is up to 4 times as potent now as it was just 3 decades ago. In fact, the amount of Delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (known as THC) in marijuana seized by the DEA has spiked from 3.4% in 1993 to 15.34% in 2021.
Truth is - marijuana is a mind-altering psychoactive drug made of dry, shredded, green/brown mix of flowers, stems, seeds, and leaves from the cannabis sativa plant. THC is the main ingredient that produces the psychoactive effect that can be highly addictive.
Higher THC levels in marijuana are linked to increased problems with memory and learning, distorted perception, difficulty in thinking and problem-solving, and loss of coordination. Higher THC also exacerbates the effects associated with regular use of cannabis, including physical dependence and withdrawal following discontinuation, as well as psychological addiction or dependence.
Even more disturbing is that all too often people may be unaware that marijuana, especially when it contains more THC, is a risk factor for psychosis and schizophrenia, as well as the fact that it stunts brain growth - in addition, it sometimes includes lead and mercury, and it can alter male sperm DNA linked to autism.
Know the Facts. The effects of using marijuana can impair you for the rest of your life. Learn more about Marijuana: https://www.justthinktwice.gov/drugs/marijuana
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