Marijuana

Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is a plant that contains psychoactive compounds, mainly tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). THC is responsible for the “high” effect, while CBD has non-intoxicating, therapeutic properties

Uses of cannabis

  • Medical: Used for pain relief, nausea, anxiety, epilepsy, and other conditions***
  • Recreational: Consumed for relaxation and euphoria.***
  • Industrial (Hemp): Used in textiles, paper, and biodegradable plastics.
More information on Cannabis (NIH)
*** In Tennessee, Marijuana, Cannabis sativa containing greater than 0.3% THC, is still illegal.

What is the difference between CBD and THC?

Here is a breakdown of the differences between CBD and THC.

TBI Hemp and Marijuana

Forms of Consumption

Smoking/Vaping

Inhalation of dried cannabis flower or concentrates.

Edibles

Cannabis-infused foods and drinks.

Oils & Tinctures

Liquid extracts used orally or sublingually.

Topicals

Creams and lotions for localized relief.

How Weed Affects Your Brain: What Teens Need to Know

So, you’ve probably heard mixed things about weed—some say it’s harmless, others warn against it. But here’s the deal: your brain is still developing until your mid-20s, and using marijuana can seriously mess with that process.

Here’s some ways how weed effects you.

🧠 Hurts Memory & Learning – Makes it harder to focus, remember things, and do well in school.
🤔 Messes with Decision-Making – Increases risky behavior and lowers motivation.
😟 Can Worsen Mental Health – Linked to anxiety, paranoia, and even psychosis in some cases.
🔄 It Can Be Addictive – 1 in 6 teens who use regularly develop a dependence.
📉 Impacts School & Sports – Slows reaction time, drains energy, and lowers performance.

Other Resources and information on Marijuana use.

Partnership to end addiction

A marijuana resource center for parents, teens, and young adults. This website provides education on basic facts, prevention, and aids for recovery

Partnership to end addiction

SAMHSA Marijuana and CBD

More information on marijuana and CBD

SAMHSA

How to Quit Weed: Resources & Support to Help You Stop

Smart Recovery

Marijuana addiction and aids for recovery

Smart recovery

University of Notre Dame- quitting cannabis in 30 day program

This is a self guided free program on how you can stop using Cannabis/Marijuana.

30 day quitting cannabis program

For more information on more recovery resources, Please visit our recovery page.