Marijuana and Hallucinogens

These flashcards encompass key terminology and concepts concerning marijuana, its effects, related hallucinogens, and pharmacological aspects that are crucial for understanding the subject matter.

Marijuana

A psychoactive drug derived from the Cannabis plant.

Cannabis sativa

One species of the Cannabis plant known for its high THC content.

Cannabis indica

A species of cannabis known for its calming effects.

Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

The primary psychoactive compound in marijuana.

Cannabidiol (CBD)

A non-psychoactive cannabinoid found in cannabis.

Sativa

A subspecies of cannabis known for uplifting effects.

Indica

A subspecies of cannabis known for its sedating effects.

Hashish

Concentrated form of cannabis containing higher THC levels (8-14%).

Hashish oil

A concentrated cannabis product with THC levels of 15-60%.

Sinsemilla

Seedless marijuana flower with THC levels up to 15%.

Bhang

A traditional cannabis drink in India with THC up to 10%.

Vaporizing

Method of consuming cannabis by heating it to release active compounds without combustion.

Edibles

Food products infused with cannabis, typically providing a slower onset of effects.

Pharmacokinetics

The study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.

Cannabinoid receptors

Receptors in the brain that THC binds to, primarily CB1 and CB2.

Anandamide

An endogenous cannabinoid neurotransmitter in the body.

Acute effects of marijuana

Enhanced senses, altered time perception, mild euphoria, and relaxation.

Psychological effects of marijuana use

Changes in mood, perception, and cognition following marijuana use.

Long-term effects of marijuana use

amotivational syndrome, cognitive, and various physical impairments.

Amotivational syndrome

A condition marked by decreased motivation, attention problems, and apathy associated with chronic cannabis use.

Gateway drug

A theory suggesting that marijuana use leads to the use of harder drugs.

Tolerance

A phenomenon where higher doses of a drug are required to achieve the same effect.

Dependence

A state resulting from chronic use of a substance, characterized by withdrawal symptoms.

Withdrawal symptoms

Physical and psychological symptoms that occur after decreasing or stopping drug intake.

Medical marijuana

Cannabis used as a treatment for various medical conditions.

Salvia Divinorum

A psychoactive plant used for its hallucinogenic effects.

Psychedelic mushrooms

Mushrooms containing psilocybin, which produces hallucinogenic effects.

Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD)

A powerful hallucinogenic drug known for its altering effects on perceptions.

Dextromethorphan (DXM)

A common ingredient in cough syrup, sometimes misused for its dissociative effects.

Methylene-dioxy-methamphetamine (MDMA)

A synthetic drug that alters mood and perception, often called Ecstasy.

Tolerance to LSD

The phenomenon where repeated use of LSD leads to diminished effects.

Cross-tolerance

Reduced response to a drug due to previous exposure to a similar drug.

Hallucination

An experience involving seeing, feeling, or hearing things that are not present.

Flashbacks

Recurrences of perceptual disturbances experienced after the use of hallucinogens.

Synesthesia

A condition where one stimulus involuntarily produces sensations in another sense.

Spice

A synthetic cannabinoid that mimics THC effects but can have unpredictable potency.

Psychedelics

Drugs that cause significant changes in perception, thought, and mood.

Psychoactive substances

Chemical compounds that affect the function of the nervous system.

Natural cannabinoids

Cannabinoids that occur naturally in the cannabis plant.

Cannabinoids

Chemical compounds that act on cannabinoid receptors in the brain.

Chronic marijuana use

Long-term consumption of marijuana leading to potential cognitive and physical impairments.

Public perception of marijuana

The evolving societal views regarding the safety and legality of marijuana use.

Liver metabolism of THC

The process by which the liver breaks down THC into active metabolites.

THC fat-solubility

The ability of THC to dissolve in fat, leading to prolonged storage in body fat.

Psychoactive effects of drugs

Effects that alter mood, perception, or awareness.

Hippocampus

A region of the brain involved in memory formation affected by cannabinoids.

Basal ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain associated with movement and reward, affected by THC.

Cerebellum

The part of the brain that coordinates muscle movements, influenced by marijuana.

Frontal cortex in cannabis

The area of the brain associated with decision making and impulse control, affected by cannabis.

Mushroom species

Various species of mushrooms known for containing psychoactive properties.

Chemical composition of mushrooms

The specific active compounds present in psychedelic mushrooms.

Neurotoxicity

The poisonous effects of substances on nerve cells.

5-HT2A receptor

A subtype of serotonin receptor involved in the effects of hallucinogens.

Illegal drug tolerance

Resistance to the effects of drugs that leads to increased consumption.

Drug dependence

A state characterized by compulsive drug-seeking behavior and use.

Cognitive side effects of MDMA

Problems with memory, attention, and decision-making associated with MDMA use.