The Impact of Legalized Marijuana on College Campuses
The jury is still out on whether prohibiting or decriminalizing marijuana has increased the use of the drug among young people. Although studies have shown that recreational use has increased in states where it’s been legalized by 20 percent, marijuana use is still highly debated. As more and more states legalize marijuana for both medicinal […]
Studies Show Violence and Aggression Associated with Marijuana Use
Many states have legalized marijuana, and others are making moves toward marijuana legalization. With legalization increasing, the perception of risk associated with marijuana use is decreasing. Increasingly, young people do not view marijuana use as risky behavior. Often, marijuana advocates downplay marijuana’s negative effects on public health and safety.
Cannabis: A Detailed Guide
Prescription Drugs and Alcohol: 5 Harmful Combinations
According to research done by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 55% of adults in the United States are using prescription medication. The latest available data from the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) says that approximately 55% of adults in the United States reported consuming alcohol in a typical […]
Evidence-Based Strategy for Behavior Change: Challenging Expectancies
All of 3rd Millennium’s courses incorporate evidence-based strategies. One of these practices is Challenging Expectancies.
Course Highlight: THC 101
THC 101 is a personalized, interactive cannabis intervention course with versions designed for both adults and juveniles in courts, middle and high schools, and colleges.
What are the Warning Signs of Marijuana Use?
Although most of the public 4/20 events have been cancelled as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many marijuana dispensaries are still open. There is a good chance that private “celebrations” will still be held. If you aren’t familiar with the signs of marijuana use, what should you look for?
How High-Risk Behaviors Can Contribute to Relationship Violence
It’s no surprise that individuals who struggle with alcoholism or substance abuse tend to have a harder time controlling their anger. When someone is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, their inhibitions are lowered, and it is harder for them to control their actions. They are more likely to react in violent ways or […]
How Does Marijuana Impact the People in Your Life?
As more states legalize marijuana, teen’s risk perception of marijuana decreases.¹ And as summer boredom sets in, teens are more likely to smoke marijuana in the coming months. Despite teens lowered risk-perception, there are still dangers to marijuana use:
Course Highlight: Cannabis Wise
More and more states are decriminalizing and legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Cannabis education is increasingly important as perceptions of the risk associated with cannabis use change. Cannabis use can severely impact you and those around you. It can lead to psychosis, impair learning, cause problems later in life, impair driving ability, and more. Educate […]
