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To be fair, there is a major difference between Recreational Marijuana use and Marijuana Use for Medicinal purposes.
To be fair, there is a major difference between Recreational Marijuana use and Marijuana Use for Medicinal purposes.
THC (Delta Tetrahydrocannabinol 9) is the active compound in marijuana, which makes it a Psychoactive drug and, although legal to varying extents around the nation, Marijuana is still not legal at the Federal Level.
THC (Delta Tetrahydrocannabinol 9) is the active compound in marijuana, which makes it a Psychoactive drug and, although legal to varying extents around the nation, Marijuana is still not legal at the Federal Level.
KEY POINT - THC is not thought to be physically addictive, but a physical dependence and strong psychological addiction may develop.
KEY POINT - THC is not thought to be physically addictive, but a physical dependence and strong psychological addiction may develop.
It should be noted that, in early 2026, the Federal Justice Department changed the classification of medical grade Marijuana grown only for medicinal purposes in states where it is legal from Federal 1 to Schedule III, and in June 2026, the Justice Department will hold a hearing to discuss removing Marijuana from the Schedule 1 list of substances.
It should be noted that, in early 2026, the Federal Justice Department changed the classification of medical grade Marijuana grown only for medicinal purposes in states where it is legal from Federal 1 to Schedule III, and in June 2026, the Justice Department will hold a hearing to discuss removing Marijuana from the Schedule 1 list of substances.
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It should be noted that this school and your teachers do not condone the recreational use of Marijuana by high school students. (note: even in states where it's legal, the age is 21). However, it should also be noted that like Alcohol consumption, there is a major difference between socially using Marijuana once in a while and it's daily use.
It should be noted that this school and your teachers do not condone the recreational use of Marijuana by high school students. (note: even in states where it's legal, the age is 21). However, it should also be noted that like Alcohol consumption, there is a major difference between socially using Marijuana once in a while and it's daily use.
In addition, the vast majority of negative effects from Marijuana use come from smoking. Thus, use of Marijuana in other forms (such as edibles, oils and tinctures) makes this a much more complex drug than people would like to admit. This May 2026 AI summary of a Google Search explains why this is
In addition, the vast majority of negative effects from Marijuana use come from smoking. Thus, use of Marijuana in other forms (such as edibles, oils and tinctures) makes this a much more complex drug than people would like to admit. This May 2026 AI summary of a Google Search explains why this is
For people who are legitimately prescribed medicinal Marijuana to treat a specific physical, mental or emotional illness, it can be safer than synthetically made drugs. However, despite the argument of so many pro-marijuana advocates, it is still a drug and must be treated as such, which means use it properly and for its intended use.
For people who are legitimately prescribed medicinal Marijuana to treat a specific physical, mental or emotional illness, it can be safer than synthetically made drugs. However, despite the argument of so many pro-marijuana advocates, it is still a drug and must be treated as such, which means use it properly and for its intended use.
Although the slideshow below has some information about the medicinal use of Marijuana, the majority of this page is devoted to the recreational use and abuse of the drug.
Although the slideshow below has some information about the medicinal use of Marijuana, the majority of this page is devoted to the recreational use and abuse of the drug.
One final note: Cannabinoids other than THC, the most common of which is abbreviated by CBD, have been proven to have multiple medical benefits, including pain-killing properties.
One final note: Cannabinoids other than THC, the most common of which is abbreviated by CBD, have been proven to have multiple medical benefits, including pain-killing properties.
High-Quality, THC FREE, CBD products are thought to be non-addictive and are 100% legal throughout the United States. Check out the CBD sub-page for more information
High-Quality, THC FREE, CBD products are thought to be non-addictive and are 100% legal throughout the United States. Check out the CBD sub-page for more information
DON'T DRIVE HIGH
DON'T DRIVE HIGH
As more and more people use Marijuana for medicinal purposes and more and more states legalize Marijuana for recreational use, so too, increases the number of people who drive cars while under the influence of Marijuana.
As more and more people use Marijuana for medicinal purposes and more and more states legalize Marijuana for recreational use, so too, increases the number of people who drive cars while under the influence of Marijuana.
The graphic to the left links to a page from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration listing information about this growing phenomenon
The graphic to the left links to a page from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration listing information about this growing phenomenon
CLASS RESOURCES
CLASS RESOURCES
Did you know?
Did you know?
Marijuana is not legal in Philadelphia for recreational use but it is decriminalized for those over 21 if they have less than 1 ounce.
Marijuana is not legal in Philadelphia for recreational use but it is decriminalized for those over 21 if they have less than 1 ounce.
This is in no way advocating the use of marijuana, but to be fair, it should be noted that possession of up to 1 oz or (28 grams)
This is in no way advocating the use of marijuana, but to be fair, it should be noted that possession of up to 1 oz or (28 grams)
is NOT
is NOT
a criminal offense in Philadelphia
a criminal offense in Philadelphia
Therefore, anyone who gets arrested solely for possession of Marijuana in Philadelphia has more than 1 oz OR is possibly being charged with an attempt to distribute
Therefore, anyone who gets arrested solely for possession of Marijuana in Philadelphia has more than 1 oz OR is possibly being charged with an attempt to distribute
Featured Videos
Featured Videos
What Happens When you Quit Marijuana? (ASAP SCIENCE, 4/20/2021)*
What Happens When you Quit Marijuana? (ASAP SCIENCE, 4/20/2021)*
The Effect of Cannabis/Marijuana on Mental Health and is it Addictive? (9/15/2022)
The Effect of Cannabis/Marijuana on Mental Health and is it Addictive? (9/15/2022)
Is Marijuana harmful (Triage Health)
Is Marijuana harmful (Triage Health)
(watch 6:12 first then watch whole video)
Effect on Lungs Experiment (Chris Notap)
Effect on Lungs Experiment (Chris Notap)
*** about the video "What happens when you quit Marijuana?" Most people say Marijuana is not addictive. When they say this, they mean it is not physically addictive because it does not have withdrawal symptoms like other physically addictive drugs do.
HOWEVER, research from 2021 and confirmed through other studies between 2022-2026, suggests that may not be the case. Although the withdrawal symptoms are mild compared to drugs like Nicotine, Cocaine and Heroine or even Caffeine, they do still exist in some people.
Your Brain on Marijuana (ASAP Science)
Your Brain on Marijuana (ASAP Science)
EDIBLEs (ASAP Science)
EDIBLEs (ASAP Science)
THC vs CBD (Asap Science)
THC vs CBD (Asap Science)
Cross-Fading Alcohol with Marijuana (Asap Science)
Cross-Fading Alcohol with Marijuana (Asap Science)
Wow...Lots & LOTS of ARTICLES & Websites
Wow...Lots & LOTS of ARTICLES & Websites
BELOW are a MASSIVE amount of articles related to Marijuana..way more than any other topic on this website. The articles are placed into categories for your ease of browsing
BELOW are a MASSIVE amount of articles related to Marijuana..way more than any other topic on this website. The articles are placed into categories for your ease of browsing
General Facts about Hemp/Cannibis
General Facts about Hemp/Cannibis
ABUSE OF MARIJUANA
ABUSE OF MARIJUANA
MARIJUANA LAWS
MARIJUANA LAWS
LEGALIZATION DEBATE
LEGALIZATION DEBATE
MEDICAL USE OF MARIJUANA
MEDICAL USE OF MARIJUANA
*Please Note: "Drug Free World" is a non-profit agency devoted to educating about the dangers of Drug Abuse. This disclaimer is provided because the organization is funded by the church of Scientology. On their "about me" page, the Foundation for a Drug Free World indicates their mission is solely for educating people and young people about the dangers of Drug Abuse. None of their materials, resources, pamphlets, and videos mention any theological aspects of their religion. Thus, the separation of church and state is intact. If any student notices a religious reference to any of their materials, please let me know immediately.
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