Unfazed is your source for accurate information about the risk of using marijuana as a teen.
Weed, also known as za, cannabis, marijuana, pot, or kush, is a mind-altering (psychoactive) substance. While it comes from the cannabis plant, it can come in many forms like a blunt, joint, flower, edible, or vape.
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main psychoactive compound in weed. It creates the high sensation and has been shown to affect brain development in teens.
The FactsThe brain doesn’t stop developing until age 25. Any use or form of weed can harm the brain’s development and lead to difficulties with memory, attention, learning, coordination, and managing emotions.
The Effects
