Marijuana and Teens: What You Need to Know
1. Teens and Mental Health Risks
Video: Teens Who Use Marijuana Are More Likely to Suffer from Mental Health Disorders
Key Points
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Teens who use marijuana may have a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and mood problems.
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Problems with memory, learning, and emotional control can occur.
Takeaways
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Marijuana is not harmless for teens.
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Protect your mental health by being aware of risks.
2. Teen Marijuana Use Trends and Risks
Video: Teen Marijuana Use: Risks and Trends Parents Should Know
Key Points
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More teens today are using marijuana than in the past.
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Some teens use it to relieve stress, help with sleep, or manage pain.
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Heavy use can lead to cannabis use disorder (CUD), making it hard to control use.
Takeaways
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Marijuana can affect memory, attention, and learning.
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Even legal marijuana can be risky for teens.
Talking to trusted adults or doctors is important.
3. Marijuana Isn’t Safe Just Because It’s Legal
Video: If Weed Is Legal, Does That Mean It's OK for Teens?
Key Points
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Legal marijuana is not automatically safe for teens.
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Teen brains are still developing until about age 25.
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Early use can make learning harder and increase mental health risks.
Takeaways
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Think about health, not legality.
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Be informed before making decisions.
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Protect your brain and future by making smart choices.
Class Discussion Questions
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What surprised you about how marijuana affects the teen brain?
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Why do you think teens sometimes use marijuana to cope with stress or sleep problems?
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How does legality affect your perception of risk?
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What strategies could you use to make informed choices about marijuana?
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How can teens get help or talk to adults if they are concerned about marijuana use?
✅ Tip for Teachers:
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Show each video after students read its section.
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Pause for 5 minutes of discussion after each video.
Encourage students to share their thoughts, questions, or personal experiences safely and respectfully.
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