Unravel the effects: Discover what you need to know about cannabis impact on your body and mind.

While cannabis has become more widely accepted, several weed stereotypes still exist. One of the most common is that cannabis users are lazy stoners, and using cannabis ruins their desire to work or do anything other than lounge around, smoke, and snack all day.

The lazy stoner stereotype has led many to believe that cannabis is a depressant. However, weed can produce other effects, like euphoria, alertness, and increased energy — effects that make it more like a stimulant. So, what category does cannabis fall under stimulant or depressant? Or is it something else entirely?