Responsible Cannabis Use and Mental Health Information
Cannabis products can affect people differently. A product that one person describes a certain way may feel different to another person. Effects can depend on tolerance, amount used, THC content, product type, method of use, and setting. This page is intended to provide general consumer education about responsible cannabis use. It is not medical advice. STIIIZY products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.
Effects Can Vary
Cannabis may affect mood, perception, concentration, coordination, judgment, and mental state. Some consumers may have an experience they consider positive. Others may experience anxiety, discomfort, paranoia, confusion, or other unwanted effects. Because individual responses vary, product descriptions should not be understood as a promise or guarantee of how a product will make someone feel. Consumers should use caution, especially when trying a new product, a new product type, or a product with higher THC content.
Mental Health Considerations
Cannabis may affect mental health. Some individuals may experience anxiety, paranoia, or other serious unwanted mental health effects. Public health authorities have identified an association between cannabis use and psychosis, including symptoms such as paranoia, hallucinations, or losing touch with reality. The CDC states that people who use cannabis are more likely to develop psychosis and long-lasting mental disorders, and that the association with schizophrenia is stronger for people who start using cannabis at an earlier age or use cannabis more frequently. (https://www.cdc.gov/cannabis/health-effects/mental-health.html). Anyone with a personal or family history of mental health conditions should consider speaking with a licensed healthcare professional before using cannabis.
Higher THC Products
THC is the main intoxicating compound in cannabis. Products with higher THC levels may produce stronger or longer-lasting effects. Higher-potency products may also increase the chance of unwanted effects, especially for people who are new to cannabis or have lower tolerance. Consumers should review product labels carefully and understand the amount of THC in each serving or use occasion before consuming. NIDA notes that cannabis products with THC can cause changes in mood, thoughts, and perception, and that the variety and potency of cannabis products have increased in recent years. (https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/cannabis-marijuana).
Start Low and Go Slow
Consumers who choose to use cannabis should start with an amount appropriate for their experience level and allow time to understand how a product affects them before using more. This is especially important for edibles. Edibles can take longer to feel than inhaled cannabis and may last longer.
Do Not Drive or Operate Machinery
Cannabis can impair coordination, reaction time, perception, and judgment. Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in activities that require full attention after using cannabis. The CDC notes that cannabis can negatively affect skills needed for safe driving, including reaction time and decision-making. (https://www.cdc.gov/cannabis/health-effects/driving.html)
Not a Medical Product
STIIIZY does not make health claims about cannabis products. Cannabis products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, have a medical condition, have a history of mental health concerns, or have questions about whether cannabis is appropriate for you, consult a licensed healthcare professional.
Consumer Notice
Effects vary by individual based on tolerance, amount used, and environment. Cannabis may alter mood and mental state, impair judgment and coordination, and, in some individuals, may cause or contribute to severe anxiety, paranoia, or other serious unintended mental health effects. Higher THC products may increase the likelihood of stronger or unwanted experiences. Use cautiously and start with an amount appropriate for your experience level. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition.