Marijuana

Quick Facts

Marijuana, or cannabis, is a mind-altering substance that comes from the Cannabis sativa plant.
The Cannabis sativa plant contains more than 100 compounds including Cannabidiol (CBD) and Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
CBD is not impairing, meaning it does not cause a “high.” THC is impairing or mind-alerting, meaning it can temporarily alter a person’s mood, thoughts, and perceptions.
Recent research estimated that approximately 3 in 10 people who use marijuana, or cannabis, have cannabis use disorder. The risk of developing cannabis use disorder is even greater for people who begin use before age 18.
Pregnant and breastfeeding persons should avoid cannabis.
Infants, children, and teens (who still have developing brains) are especially susceptible to the adverse effects of cannabis.
Talk with your doctor about any medications you are taking or thinking about taking and the possible side effects when mixed with other things, like marijuana.
Researchers are still studying the long-term and short-term effects of marijuana.

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Smoked in joints (like a cigarette), in blunts (cigars or cigar wrappers that have been partly or completely filled with cannabis), or in bongs (pipes or water pipes)
Mixed or infused into foods and drinks (called edibles) like cookies, cakes, or brownies, or tea, cola, or alcohol
Smoking oils from the plant (“dabbing”)
Using electronic vaporizers (“vaping”)

Enhanced sensory perception and euphoria followed by drowsiness/relaxation
Slowed reaction time
Problems with balance and coordination
Increased heart rate and appetite
Problems with learning and memory
Anxiety
Paranoia
Nausea
Dry mouth
At high doses: hallucinations, delusions (unshakable belief in something untrue), psychosis

Mental health problems
Chronic cough
Frequent respiratory infections
Vaping THC-containing products is linked to lung injury and even death
Frequent use is liked to a higher risk of developing schizophrenia
Long-term users of high doses of THC are at risk for frequent, severe vomiting (cannabis hyperemesis syndrome)

Yamhill County Substance Use Programs offer a wide array of treatment options and programs for adults and youth, please visit our Alcohol and Drug Treatment page, or call 503-434-7523 for more information.