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Marijuana
Stay informed. It has not yet been proven that using marijuana leads to using other drugs. But
very few people use other drugs without first using marijuana. Teens who smoke marijuana are more likely to try marijuana, in part because they have more contact with people who use and
sell them.
Know the risks. Using marijuana and other drugs increases your risk of injury from car crashes, falls, burns, drowning, other accidents, and unconsented sexual behaviour.
Know your edge. Marijuana
affects your judgment, drains your motivation, and can make you feel anxious.
Look around you. Most
teens aren't using marijuana. According
to our 2005 study, about 9%
of secondary school students are current marijuana users. You should be
proud to be in the remaining 91%. |