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Cannabis, more commonly called marijuana, refers to the several varieties of Cannabis sativa , or Indian hemp plant, that contains the psychoactive drug delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Cannabis-related disorders refer to problems associated with the use of substances derived from this plant.
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Understanding Marijuana AbuseYou may think of marijuana as a harmless drug. But marijuana can cause many health problems.
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Marijuana (marihuana), Cannabis sativa L. , also known as Indian hemp, is a member of the Cannabaceae or hemp family, thought to have originated in the mountainous districts of India, north of the Himalayan mountains.
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Signs of Marijuana AddictionThe more you regularly rely on something external to relax or help you feel better, the closer you move toward addiction. If you decide you are on the path to addiction, you can take action to keep it under control or f...
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Marijuana and its medically active components, called cannabinoids, are used in cancer therapy to reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapeutic medications. This drug, however, is considered an illegal substance in the United States.
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Marijuana (marihuana) Cannabis sativa L. , also known as Indian hemp, is a member of the Cannabaceae or hemp family, thought to have originated in the mountainous districts of India, north of the Himalayan mountains.
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Marijuana is prepared from the leaves and flowering tops of Cannabis sativa , the hemp plant, which contains a number of pharmacologically active principles, called cannabinoids. Marijuana is most popularly used for its euphoric properties.
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Marijuana is a dried mixture of the leaves and flowers of Cannabis sativa , or hemp plant. Slang words for marijuana include " pot, " " weed, " " grass, " and " dope.
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