Cannabis

Cannabis is a common drug in Australia. It is also called marijuana, grass, weed and other names. It can be smoked or baked into food.

When you use cannabis it can make you feel relaxed, happy, hungry and talk a lot. It can also make you feel sick and worried, and make normal things seem strange.

You shouldn’t drive when you have had cannabis.

People usually use cannabis to feel good. Doctors sometimes give people cannabis to help them with pain or sleep.

Cannabis can make mental health problems like schizophrenia worse.

If you have a problem with cannabis, ask your doctor for help.

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