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What is Marijuana?
Marijuana is a dry, shredded mix of flowers, stems, seeds and leaves of the hemp plant Cannabis sativa. People usually smoke it as a cigarette or in a pipe. It is the most commonly abused illegal drug in the United States. Abusing marijuana can result in problems with memory, learning and social behavior. It can interfere with family, school, work and other activities.
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Also known as pot, grass, herb, weed, hash, Cannabis, Hemp, Ganja, Hashish, Marihuana, Cannabis sativa, Bhang, Cannabis indica, Hemp Plant, Hemps, Hemp Plants, Cannabi, Ganjas, Marijuanas, Bhangs, Marihuanas, Hashishs, Cannabis indicas, Cannabis sativas
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You've probably heard a lot of conflicting information about marijuana. Here's what the most recent research has found. Read more on
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Marijuana Facts - Parents. The Anti-Drug.
Marijuana facts and information, such as effects, myths and mental health connections, are provided in these articles for parents of teens. Read more on
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Marijuana | Pregnancy | March of Dimes
Pot and pregnancy don't mix. Its use can affect mom and dad's fertility. It may slow the growth of the baby and cause other complications. Read more on
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Marijuana Drug Information on MedicineNet.com
Mar 9, 2011 ... Learn facts and statistics about marijuana (also known as pot or weed), which is the most used and abused illegal drug in the United States. Read more on
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Marijuana intoxication
Marijuana ("pot") is the most commonly used illegal drug in the United States. The drug is primarily smoked, sometimes eaten. Its intoxicating effects include relaxation, sleepiness, and mild euphoria (getting high). Marijuana can cause undesirable side effects, which increase with higher doses. These side effects include dry mouth, red eyes, impaired perception and motor skills, decreased short-term memory, paranoia, mood swings, and hallucinations. The amount and effect of these side effects varies from individual to individual, as well as the amount of marijuana used. Related topics: Drug abuse Drug abuse and dependence Drug abuse first aid
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Cannabis (drug) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Cannabis, also known as marijuana (sometimes spelled "marihuana") among many other names, refers to any number of preparations of the Cannabis plant ...
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Marijuana - InfoFacts - NIDA
Marijuana products are discussed in this issue of the National Institute on Drug Abuse Infofacts.
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Facts about marijuana for teens from NIDA
The National Institute on Drug Abuse provides the facts about marijuana, its common street names, how it's used, statistics on how many teens are using ...
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NIDA - Publications - Marijuana: Facts for Teens
From the National Institute on Drug Abuse, comprehensive information about marijuana and its effects.
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Office of National Drug Control Policy - Marijuana
Marijuana is a green, brown, or gray mixture of dried, shredded leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa). ...
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Marijuana
Marijuana is a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Schedule I drugs are classified as having a high potential for abuse, ...
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Marijuana - Drugs of Abuse and Related Topics - NIDA
In 2009, 28.5 million Americans age 12 and older had abused marijuana at least once in the year prior to being surveyed. Source: National Survey on Drug Use ...
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Marijuana | The Partnership at Drugfree.org
Marijuana, the most often used illegal drug in this country, is a product of the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa. The main active chemical in marijuana, ...
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Marijuana | Drug Facts | AboveTheInfluence.com
Marijuana is a green, brown, or gray mixture of dried, shredded leaves, stems, seeds, and flowers of the hemp plant. Marijuana has a chemical in it called ...
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