What are the common side effects of marijuana use?
Some of the common side effects of marijuana are: • Trouble remembering things • Sleepiness • Anxiety • Paranoia • Altered time perception Using marijuana for a long time makes some people lose interest in school, work, relationships and other activities. It may cause legal problems and can be dangerous in certain situations, like driving. How might marijuana affect me physically? Some of the common physical effects of marijuana include: • Tremors • Nausea • Headache • Worsening coordination • Breathing problems • Increased appetite • Reduced blood flow to the brain • Changes in the reproductive organs Like tobacco, marijuana contains many chemicals that can hurt the lungs and cause cancer. One marijuana cigarette can cause more damage to the lungs than many tobacco cigarettes, because marijuana has more tar in it and is usually smoked without filters. Unpleasant side effects from marijuana occur in about 40 to 60 percent of people who use marijuana. This handout provides a general ove
