Marijuana
By: Lexi Shipley
Phsychoactive Drug
A drug that can produce mood changes and distorted perceotions.
Consequences of the use
Acute
- Impairs short term memory
- Increases Heart rate
- Psychotic Episodes
persistent
- Impairs memory and learning skills.
- sleep Impairment
Long term
- Can lead to addiction
- increases risk of chronic cough
Effects
Eyes:
- reddening
- decreased intra-ocular pressure
Mouth:
- dryness
Skin
- sensation of heat or cold
Heart
- increased heart rate
muscles
- Relaxation