Marijuana in disguise
Now that you’re familiar with the signs, let’s talk marijuana products. As marijuana has changed through the decades, so has the way people consume it. Today, there are many devices and forms of marijuana that your children may be exposed to.
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Traditional devices
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At some point, you’ve probably seen the more recognizable contraptions that people have used to smoke.
These include: - Bongs
- Pipes
- Bowls
- Blunts
- Joints
Vapes and pens
- Compounds from the marijuana plant can be extracted and made into oils and concentrates. These are then inhaled through devices such as:
- Vape pens or e-cigarettes
- Dab pens/rigs
- Pipes or water pipes
- This method uses high concentrations of THC, which are quickly absorbed into the body, significantly increasing the risk of negative side effects.
Edibles
- As you’ve previously learned, all kinds of sweets, snacks, and beverages can be infused with THC.
- Edibles take longer to show any effects, making it easy for someone to take more than the serving size and experience overdose effects.
- Additionally, edibles are made to look like many popular foods and beverages, which can confuse children.
Tinctures
- Tinctures are cannabis-infused oils or alcohol that are ingested by placing them under your tongue, or in food or drinks.
- Even with a small amount used, you can ingest large amounts of THC into your body.
Lotions and balms
- Products are applied directly to the skin, where the marijuana compound (CBD and/or THC) are absorbed.
- These can look like everyday skincare items:
- Body oils
- Lotions
- Creams/ointments
- Patches
- Salve
We’ve covered marijuana in disguise, but what about substances disguised in marijuana? Unfortunately, marijuana can be laced with many dangerous, and even deadly, drugs and substances, including:
- Lead
- Glass
- Fungus
- Fentanyl
- PCP
- Heroin
- LSD
- Methamphetamine
We will take a closer look at the dangers of laced marijuana in the next lesson!