Chapter 7- Marijuana Flashcards
Cannabis Sativa
A plant species, commonly called help, from which marijuana and hashish are obtained.
Cannabinoides
Any of several dozen active substances in marijuana and other cannabis products.
Delta-9-Tetrahydrocannabinol
The active psychoactive ingredient in marijuana and hashish.
Marijuana
The most commonly available psychoactive drug originating from the cannabis plant. The THC concentration ranges from approximately 1 to 6 percent. Also spelled marihuana.
Sinsemilla
A form of marijuana obtained from the unpollinated or seedless portion of the cannabis plant. It has a higher THC concentration that regular marijuana, as high as 15 percent.
Hashish
A drug containing the resin of cannabis flowers. The THC concentration ranges from approximately 8 to 14 percent.
Hashish Oil
A drug produced by boiling hashish, leaving a potent psychoactive residue. The THC concentration ranges from approximately 15 to 60 percent.
Hashish Oil Crystals
A solid form of hashish oil.
Bhang
A liquid form of marijuana popular in India.
Reefer
A marijuana cigarette.
Joint
A marijuana cigarette.
Anandamide
A naturally occurring chemical in the brain that fits into THC-sensitive receptor sites, producing many of the same effects as marijuana.
Amotivational Syndrome
A state of listlessness and personality change involving a generalized apathy and indifference to long-range plans.
Gateway Hypothesis
The idea that the abuse of a specific drug will inherently lead to the abuse of other, more harmful drugs.
Dronabinol
A prescription drug containing delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Brand name is Marinol.
