http://nncf.unl.edu/information-services/substance-abuse/drug-information/marijuana The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://nncf.unl.edu/information-services/substance-abuse/drug-information/marijuana/marijuana-nebraska <p><b>Marijuana</b> is the most commonly abused illicit drug in the United States and the dangers of marijuana are frequently overlooked.   Instead, many believe that smoking pot or taking a joint is simply a way to “mellow” out.  While this may be the physicological affect, users often are not able to detach themselves from its use, instead experiencing physical dependence and withdrawl.  Marijuania is also considered a gateway drug, which contributes to the list of reasons why marijuana is dangerous.</p><p><a href="http://nncf.unl.edu/information-services/substance-abuse/drug-information/marijuana/marijuana-nebraska">read more</a></p> Marijuana Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:00:42 -0600 jwilliams 1215 at http://nncf.unl.edu http://nncf.unl.edu/information-services/substance-abuse/drug-information/marijuana/marijuana-questions-and-answers <b>What is marijuana?</b><br /> Marijuana is a green or gray mixture of dried, shredded flowers and leaves of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa). It is the most often used illegal drug in this country. All forms of cannabis are mind-altering (psychoactive) drugs that contain THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), the main active chemical in marijuana. There are about 400 chemicals in a cannabis plant, but THC is the one that affects the brain the most. <p><b>What the slang terms used for marijuana?</b> <p><a href="http://nncf.unl.edu/information-services/substance-abuse/drug-information/marijuana/marijuana-questions-and-answers">read more</a></p> Marijuana Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:44:01 -0600 jwilliams 1213 at http://nncf.unl.edu