Marijuana

Observable Indications of Use

• Smell of marijuana smoke on breath and clothes
• Bloodshot eyes
• Talkativeness
• Inappropriate laughter
• Dry mouth
• Dilated pupils

Effects of Use

• Enhanced sensory perception
• Relaxed state of well-being
• Impaired attention and short-term memory
• Impaired motor coordination
• Increased appetite
• Slowed internal clock
• Increased heart rate
• Increased blood pressure

Duration of Effects

• 2 – 3 hours

Signs of Overdose

• Anxiety
• Extreme drowsiness
• Slurred speech
• Acute panic reaction

Fatal Overdose Possible

• Unknown