Surgeon General Issues Marijuana Warning For Teens And Pregnant Women

The video discusses the risks of marijuana use for young people and pregnant women, emphasizing that no amount is safe during pregnancy or adolescence. The American Academy of Pediatrics warns of negative effects on fetal and infant brain development. Despite legalization in many states, the concentration of THC is much higher than in the past, raising concerns about normalization and false perceptions of safety. Marijuana is the third most common illicit substance among adolescents, with significant addiction risks. The video stresses that no medical use of marijuana is FDA-approved, and federal law remains unchanged.

What is the main concern about marijuana use during pregnancy?

• It can lead to addiction in mothers.

• It may negatively affect the developing brain of a fetus or baby.

• It causes immediate health issues for the mother.

• It is less potent than in the past.

How has the concentration of THC in marijuana changed since the 1980s?

• It is now four times higher.

• It is twice as potent.

• It has decreased by half.

• It has remained the same.

Which substance is marijuana most commonly used with among adolescents?

• Prescription drugs and alcohol

• Alcohol and E-cigarettes

• Tobacco and caffeine

• Caffeine and nicotine

What cognitive functions can marijuana use impair in young people?

• Emotional intelligence and empathy

• Attention, memory, and decision-making

• Physical strength and endurance

• Creativity and imagination

What is the FDA's stance on the medical use of marijuana?

• It is not approved or proven safe.

• It is approved only for adults.

• It is approved for medical use.

• It is approved for all ages.