SOURCES

1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) — Explains what marijuana/cannabis is and how THC affects mood, thought, and perception.
✔️ Good for: What marijuana is & how THC alters the brain.
2. CDC — Cannabis Facts & FAQs — Shows that cannabis contains THC (mind-altering) and CBD (not causing a “high”), and highlights how it’s used.
✔️ Good for: Difference between THC and CBD & usage basics.
3. NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health — Describes cannabinoids (THC & CBD) and notes FDA drug approvals.
✔️ Good for: Cannabinoid facts & regulatory status.
4. CDC Cannabis Facts & Stats — Includes data on U.S. cannabis use and effects on the brain (memory, coordination, etc.).
✔️ Good for: Health and public use context.
5. U.S. Surgeon General Advisory — Notes how THC produces intoxication and that potency has increased over time.
✔️ Good for: Information on strength and brain effects.