11 1 The Importance of Total Abstinence Abstinence from all substances that affect the braineven alcohol and marijuanagreatly increases the chances of a successful recovery 11 2 Questions ID: 919506
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Session 11: Marijuana
Psycho-Education for Patients and Family Members
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Slide2The Importance of Total AbstinenceAbstinence from all substances that affect the brain—even alcohol and marijuana—greatly increases the chances of a successful recovery.11-2
Slide3Questions:What do you know about Marijuana?Is marijuana harmless?1-3
Slide4Is Marijuana Harmless?Marijuana is the most widely used illegal drug in the world.Marijuana use affects nearly every organ system in the body. It can have a profound impact on people’s education, employment, and personal life.11-4
Slide5Marijuana is a greenish gray mixture of dried parts of the Cannabis sativa plant.It is usually smoked.Concentrated forms are called Hashish or Hash OilWhat Is Marijuana?11-5
Slide6Medical MarijuanaIn other countries, Marijuana has been used for medical purposes to treat: Loss of vision from glaucomaNausea that can come with AIDS and cancer treatmentsThe pain of multiple sclerosis11-6
Slide7Active IngredientToday’s marijuana has 3 times as much tetrahydrocannabinol (THC; the active ingredient) as marijuana of 20 years ago, making it more potent.11-7
Slide8Short-Term EffectsWhile high (1-3 hours) Relaxed, euphoric feelingsIncreased heart ratePoor balance and coordination Slow reaction timeDisorientationPanicAfter high fades
SleepinessDepressionAnxiety
Distrust
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Slide9Long-Term EffectsMarijuana can impair learning and memory.Lower grades and poor work performance can result.Workers have problems more frequently, including accidents, absence, lateness, and job loss.11-9
Slide10Cancer RisksPuff for puff, smoking marijuana is more dangerous than smoking cigarettes.Marijuana is linked to head and neck cancer.11-10
Slide11Risk of Infection and DiseaseTHC makes it harder for the body to fight infection and disease.11-11
Slide12Marijuana and Driving Marijuana is a factor in many fatal car crashes.Driving ability is impaired for hours even after the high fades.11-12
Slide13Marijuana and PregnancyUsing marijuana during pregnancy can cause:Low birth weight Problems with fetal brain and nerve development11-13
Slide14Marijuana AddictionPeople can be psychologically addicted to marijuana.People who keep using marijuana even though it hurts their family, school, and work may be addicted.Withdrawal can include Cravings Anxiety Irritability and angerTrouble sleeping11-14
Slide15Marijuana and Relapse People who use marijuana have relapse rates to stimulants 2 to 3 times higher than people who abstain from marijuana.11-15
Slide16Marijuana and Families People may use marijuana as a way to avoid coping with important family problems.Marijuana use can contribute to the deterioration of personal and family life.11-16