Question

What does this drug {marijuana} do to the brain, and what are its short-term and long-term effects on the brain, the rest of the body, or the mind? Write at least 3 sentences on this topic that seventh graders could understand.

Answer 1

Marijuana's short-term effects can include slow reactions/lower coordination. It also often times includes feeling very hungry, often referred to as the "munchies" and red eyes or dilated pupils. Meanwhile, long-term effects of this drug include issues with learning and memory and problems breathing/lung sicknesses such as lung or throat cancer if it is smoked.