When we assume we know everything, we often make mistakes. Do this now. 1. There are a few people who have not turned in the health mid term. I need it now. 2.Homework: Read and complete the marijuana worksheet. What are we doing today? 1. Exploring what you know about pot. 2. Debating what you know to be true about pot. 3. Debunking myths about pot.

What do you know about marijuana? Write down three facts that you think are true. Socially Legally How long does it stay in the body? Addictive? Short term effects Long term effects Rules at school Medicine? Any value?? Cancer Affect on the immune system Affect on lungs Affect on the brain Driving skills Future children

What is Marijuana? Marijuana is produced from the dried leaves and flowers of the cannabis plant. The active ingredient is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), a fat-soluble drug, which produces marijuana's psychoactive effects. Click on Pic for you tube About 12’ tall

Essential question: How will marijuana use prevent you from being the best possible person you can be? Do it now. 1. Take out the homework on marijuana. I will collect it. 2.Copy the new assignment: Complete pages 1-2 on Medical Marijuana and the FDA What are we doing today? 1.Learn about the drug marijuana and its effects on the body 2.Discuss: Should marijuana be used as a medicine?

The active ingredient is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), produces marijuana's psychoactive effects. These effects can last up to 10 hours. HASH 5-15% THC Marijuana leaf 4-14% THC Hash oil >20% THC Click on wax for youtube Wax % THC

How is it used? Mostly smoked, but it can be eaten times more THC enters the blood when it is smoked.

Is it safe? NO The marijuana that is sold today is more potent than the marijuana that your Aunt Bette may have used in college. It has more carcinogens and more tar than cigarettes. Some sources say that 3-5 joints = 20 cigarettes when comparing its damaging effects.

Just because you don’t die, doesn’t make it safe. You can die from the poor choices you make while high. You have a greater chance for: car accidents, falls, pregnancy, stds, AIDS And more….

Marijuana and the brain Marijuana over activates parts of the brain causing the feeling of intoxication. The user may experience: distorted perceptions impaired coordination difficulty with thinking and problem solving disrupted learning and memory

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How does it hurt the body? Physical harm: Lungs: bronchitis, emphysema Brain: disrupts learning, reduces memory Heart: increase heart rate and blood pressure Immune system: decrease white blood cells, less likely to fight germs Reproductive system: decreases sperm and may damage eggs, upsets menstrual cycles

Marijuana may be a gateway drug What does that mean? It presents an opportunity to get involved with other illegal drugs.

Is it addictive? Yes, both physically and psychologically. Withdrawal symptoms include: irritability, sleep disorders, anxiety, agitation and nausea

What is dabbing? Dabbing is inhaling the potent vapors from concentrated marijuana oil which is up to 80% THC, the psychoactive element in marijuana. Click on picture for news cast

Essential question: How will marijuana use prevent you from being the best possible person you can be? Do it now: 1.Take out the homework on Medical Marijuana and the FDA. 2. Copy: Complete the question sheet on Marijuana and NY State Law. What are we doing today? 1.What is synthetic marijuana? 2.Should the US continue to allow medical marijuana? 3.What is NY state’s position on medical marijuana?

Synthetic Marijuana The blends of exotic herbs and other plants have been sprayed or coated with one or more chemicals that, when smoked, produce euphoria. Simulate amphetamines or uppers. Sold as bath salts, plant food, incense, glass cleaner. ( banned on 7/12) Dangers: Heart attack & High blood pressure Tremors/seizures Fever Anxiety Vomiting Unresponsiveness & death Click on pic for you tube NQk

23 States allow Medical Marijuana 2015 Dark Green Light Green : Allow Legal Recreational use for age 21 & older

Medical Marijuana HELPS RELIEVE NAUSEA, Relieves some symptoms of AIDS Reduces SIDE EFFECTS OF CHEMOTHERAPY. Treats glaucoma an eye disorder Reduce pain in people with multiple sclerosis Reduces Pain Epilepsy and seizure disorders, Click on pic for you tube

NY State Medical Marijuana The conditions covered under the law include cancer, HIV/AIDS, ALS, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, certain spinal cord injuries, irritable bowel syndrome, epilepsy, neuropathy, and Huntington’s disease, severe pain, nausea and muscle spasms. Marijuana oils must be vaporized, swallowed in a capsule or absorbed in the mouth, not smoked or eaten. Click on pic for youtube

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Should marijuana be legal? Read this now: What are we doing today? Discuss Medical Marijuana and the laws regarding marijuana in NY State.

Legal Risks Marijuana is illegal in all 50 state (Federal Law) If caught with any pot all federal school loans are cancelled If caught with less that 25 grams= violation, fine and possibly community service If caught with over 25 grams= misdemeanor or felony, big fine If caught selling/buying in a drug free school zone = no plea bargains allowed

Why am I drug Free? Will I always be? Do it now:What are we doing? Discuss marijuana and the law. Look at the risk of heroin use. Do a white powder challenge

Opiates Drugs made from the opium poppy or synthetic materials. They are effective pain relievers, and often abused. Click on needle for: The New faces of HeroinClick on poppy for video clip: Faces of Heroin