| Physical Effects | Psychological Effects | Social | Statistics |
|---|---|---|---|
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Cannabis lowers reaction time.
True
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When using cannabis, messages between the mind and the body increase in speed?
False
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Young people tend to use cannabis only because their peers do?
True.
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Cannabis is the most common illicit drug?
True
|
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Synthetic Cannabis is less harmful than natural cannabis.
False
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People with history of mental illness are as likely to use cannabis as others.
False.
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Explain what gateway drug means.
Lead to other drug use, potentially hardcore drugs or mixing of drugs
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Young people aged 14-19 use Cannabis dangerously more than other drugs.
True
|
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List 3 short-term effects on the body
ST Memory, addiction, psychosis
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Explain the term psychosis.
Hallucinate and perceive images and imagine scenarios that are not real.
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Why do young people feel pressured to smoke. Give examples.
Social perception. Want to fit in; become noticed; be cool.
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What percent of students aged 14-17 have reported to use Cannabis?
a. 19%
b. 29% c. 39% d. 49% |
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List 5 long-term effects on the body
Cancer, Asthma, infertility, mood changes, lowered immune system
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Cannabis can cause anxiety and stress. Explain how cannabis use negatively impacts your mental state.
Anxiety can influence sleeping patterns and functions of the brain. Decision making hinder, resulting in poor choices and prone for added stress on the mind.
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Indigenous Australians are at more risk to use Cannabis than non-indigenous Australians. Explain why.
Rural and remote; limited access; lack of education; lack of health care facilities
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What percentage of young people who use Cannabis have required treatment?
a. 25%
b. 30% c. 55% d. 60% |
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