Marijuana Myths & Facts 02 Anti-Marijuana Video Educational

Marijuana Myths & Facts 02 Anti-Marijuana Educational Video; This report is to provide useful information on what marijuana is, what it does, why it seems appealing, and why using it is risky. A panel talks about myths surrounding marijuana use, including false perceptions of safety and harmlessness, the assumption that "everyone" is using it, and the role that pop culture plays in influencing those myths. Marijuana is a mind-altering drug made from the cannabis plant. It is the most widely used illegal drug. In this 90-minute video, viewers will learn some of the latest facts about marijuana. Experts refute the myth that "everybody" is using marijuana as well as claims that it is harmless. The video includes highlights from "Marijuana: Weeding Out the Hype," one in a series of national 90-minute drug-specific teleconferences sponsored by the Office of National Drug Control Policy, SAMHSA, NIDA, the National Guard Counterdrug Office, and the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America. A booklet (VHS146G) and PowerPoint presentation on this topic are also available; (2002). From the "Marijuana: Weeding Out the Hype! (Myths, Facts & Illicit Drugs Series)". This is a video that looks at some of the myths surrounding marijuana use, the role played by popular culture in influencing those myths, and current prevention strategies. Dr. Alan Bundney from the University of Vermont is among the panelists who has done substantial research on addiction and protective factors. Sponsor: by the Office of National Drug Control Policy, the National Guard Bureau, the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America. Target Audience Statement: This program is targeted towards community leaders, prevention and treatment specialists, members of community coalitions, educators, law enforcement personnel, parents, members of the faith community and others concerned about substance abuse problem within our communities. By John Walters; Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (U.S.); United States. Office of National Drug Control Policy.; National Institute on Drug Abuse.; Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America.; United States. National Guard Bureau. Publisher: [Rockville, MD] : Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, 2002. OCLC: 52692133; Public service announcement public domain video.

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