LET’S GET HIGH…Legally

Standards included in this presentation

Grade 7 & 8 Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other DrugsStandard 1: Essential Concepts

1.6.A Explain the short- and long-term consequences of using alcohol and other drugs to cope with problems.

1.8.A Explain school policies and community laws related to the use, possession, and sale of alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs.

Integration of these health standards into lessons

Grade 7.5.bEarth and Life History (Earth Sciences) Structure and Function in Living Systems 5. The anatomy and physiology of plants and animals illustrate the complementary nature of structure and function. As a basis for understanding this concept: b. Students know organ systems function because of the contributions of individual organs, tissues, and cells. The failure of any part can affect the entire system.

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Media Influence

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What serious medical condition(s) do I need to have to qualify for a MMIC?

AIDS; anorexia; arthritis; cachexia (wasting syndrome); cancer; chronic pain; glaucoma; migraine; persistent muscle spasms (i.e., spasms associated with multiple sclerosis); seizures (i.e., epileptic seizures); severe nausea; any other chronic or persistent medical symptom that either substantially limits a person’s ability to conduct one or more of major life activities as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or if not alleviated, may cause serious harm to the person’s safety, physical, or mental health.

Source: http://www.cdph.ca.gov

Is my Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC) valid outside of California?

No.

Top Must-Know 10 Facts About Marijuana Cards in California1. You have to get a doctor recommendation to get a marijuana card in California.2. Marijuana is still illegal by federal law. 3. No doctor can prescribe you marijuana.4. Only the health department can approve you for a medical marijuana cards in California.5. There are state laws that must be abided by if you have a card.6. California medical marijuana cards are only valid for 1 year. 7. Your card must be presented to law enforcement upon request.8. You won’t get arrested for using cannabis if you have a card.9. You can’t be discriminated against for using medical cannabis. 10. A marijuana card in California allows you to legally purchase medical cannabis from dispensaries located in and around the state.

. A recent report that was published by the California Department of Public

Health (CDPH) purports that there are more than # patients in the state with a marijuana card CA at the present. (07-

14-2011)

50,000

Health Effects of Marijuana

Short-Term Effects The short-term effects of marijuana include: •Distorted perception (sights, sounds, time, touch)

•Problems with memory and learning

•Loss of coordination

•Trouble with thinking and problem-solving

•Increased heart rate, reduced blood pressure

Sometimes marijuana use can also produce anxiety, fear, distrust, or panic.

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Medicinal Marijuana FormMEDICAL CONDITIONS: Please list ANY medical condition that you have been diagnosed with or receivedmedical care for (For example: Chronic Pain, HIV, Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, High Blood Pressure, HeartAttack, Irritable Bowel, Seizures, Stroke, Migraines, Crohns Disease, GERD, Sinusitis, Asthma, Pneumonia,Cancer, Anorexia, Hypothyroidism, Fibromyalgia, High Cholesterol, Diabetes, Obesity, Pancreatitis, PlantarFasciitis, ADHD etc.)________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________(C) PAST SURGICAL HISTORYPlease list any surgeries that you have had in the past. Include the reason, date, hospital and doctor whoperformed the surgery ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Are you allergic to any medications? Yes _____ No _____ If yes please list your drug allergies below:___________________________________________________________________________________(D) CURRENT MEDICATIONS:Please list the medications that you’re currently taking on a daily or occasional basis (please include over thecounter medications such as Claritin): Include the dosage and frequency of use.______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________FEMALES ONLY: Are you currently using birth control? No____ Yes ____ Specify ______________Are you currently pregnant?No ____ Yes ____Are you currently breast feeding? No ____ Yes ____(E) SOCIAL HISTORYHow often do you drink alcohol and how many drinks do you typically consume when you drink? (Forexample: Typically drink 6-10 drinks every weekend)________________________________________How often do you use any recreational drugs other than marijuana and what do you use? (Heroin, Cocaine,Ecstasy, Acid, Mushrooms etc.)__________________________________________________________How often do you smoke cigarettes and how many do you smoke each day? ______________________

Think Synthetic What is it? SPICE contains dried, shredded plant material and chemical additives that are suppose to be like THC, the compound found in Cannabis.

Where do I find it? It can be found in gas stations, head shops, smoke shops and the internet.

Why do people use it? A reason is that it is a synthetic substitute for Marijuana and is easily accessible and some forms are legal.

How safe is it? Spice can cause; vomiting, renal failure, seizures, deathHow prevalent is it? The National Institute on Drug Abuse stated in a poll that 1 in 9 high students have tried it in the past year.

Sources; http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/infofacts/spicehttp://www.justice.gov/dea/pubs/pressrel/pr022912.html

Spice

http://www.justice.gov/dea/pubs/pressrel/pr022912.html

In February 2012 the DEA used it’s emergency scheduling power to make SPICE a schedule 1 drug for a period of 6 months.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amHC9McMpjQ&feature=relmfu

As SPICE becomes more prevalent, more and more news and daytime programs including Dr. Phil are airing the effects of the drug on society. http://www.usadrugscreening.com/shopping/pgm-more_information.php?id=57&=SID&gclid=COHb5N7K2K8CFaYaQgod1kziCw This is the link for the K2 drug testing kit.

Impact of KnowingMarijuana: Can’t overdose. Legal with prescription. Can be easily grown at home. Easy to use.

Spice: High likelihood of overdose Many forms are illegal, legal alternatives widely available. Can be made at home with materials over internet.

(amazon.com)

Both Can be detected on drug tests! Highly possible to get a DUI while smoking. Illegal on campuses.

Local Resources

Marijuana Anonymous: 1-800-766-6779Alcohol & Drug Helpline: 1-800-821-4357Local Marijuana Hotline: 1-866-847-5978(Murrieta)

Poll #2

http://www.polleverywhere.com/multiple_choice_polls/ODQ4NzQxNDk2

Source: http://webccpa.com/2011/09/medicinalmarijuanainca/