Marijuana and Youth Safety
Marijuana is the most commonly used drug in the United States especially for young people. There are many ill-intended side effects of using marijuana that parents should know about. From advanced risk of making poor and unsafe decisions to becoming more likely to experience depression or anxiety, parents should encourage their children to stay away from Marijuana at a young age.
Marijuana Quick Facts
Here are quick facts that show why young people should stay away from marijuana.
- Teens who smoked marijuana were two times more likely to develop anxiety or depression.
- 77 % Of youth believe that it is easy to obtain marijuana.
- One In six teens who try marijuana will become addicted.
- Mixing marijuana with alcohol hides feelings of nausea, leading teens to drink too much.
- Mixing marijuana with nicotine increases the risk of addiction and lung damage
- Secondhand marijuana smoke contains many of the same chemicals and carcinogens as
secondhand tobacco smoke.