Prevention

Cannabis Prevention in Berlin

Gourmet Greens Royal e.V. views cannabis prevention, youth protection, and health protection as an important part of responsible organizational work in Berlin. This page provides factual information about prevention, the effects of cannabis, responsible use, and appropriate support services.

The information on this page does not contain any advertising for cannabis or any encouragement to use it. Internal documents, club-related procedures, and additional prevention information are made available to our members in the secure members-only area.

Why Prevention Is Important

For us, prevention means education, responsibility, and guidance. Accurate information helps people realistically assess the effects of cannabis, make informed decisions, and safely stay within legal limits.

Protecting adolescents and young adults is particularly important. The body and brain are still developing during these early years. That is why we focus on providing calm, clear, and non-sensationalist education. It is not meant to downplay anything, but rather to provide guidance.

Protection of Youth and Public Health

Minors are not permitted access to the private areas of Gourmet Greens Royal e.V. and cannot become members of the growers' association. The protection of individuals under the age of 18 is the association's top priority.

The same applies to adults: Responsible use requires compliance with legal requirements and awareness of one’s own limits. This includes, in particular, refraining from using cannabis while driving, at work, while operating machinery, or in situations that require concentration, quick reactions, or responsibility toward others.

The legal regulations also provide for special protective measures for young adults. A specific review of the legal requirements and the club’s internal guidelines is conducted as part of the admission and membership process.

Consciously Categorizing the Effects of Cannabis

The effects of cannabis can vary depending on the person, the situation, the amount, and the product. Possible effects include changes in perception, concentration, reaction time, and short-term memory. People who are aware of these effects are better able to judge when using cannabis is not appropriate—for example, before driving, at work, or in situations where they are responsible for others.

It’s also important to consciously reflect on your own consumption habits on a regular basis. Taking breaks, self-reflection, and open conversations can help you keep your consumption in check. If you notice that cannabis is taking up more of your life than you’d like, seeking advice early on can provide straightforward support.

In certain life or health situations, professional counseling is particularly beneficial. These include a history of mental health conditions, pregnancy and breastfeeding, the use of medications, and the combined use of alcohol or other psychoactive substances.

Responsible Use

Veranta: Conscious and responsible use requires that information be taken seriously and that legal limits be observed. This includes, in particular, the following principles: responsible use

• No consumption by minors
• No consumption in the immediate presence of minors
• Do not drive or operate machinery while under the influence of cannabis
• Do not mix with alcohol or other substances
• If you are experiencing psychological stress, have pre-existing medical conditions, or are taking medication, seek professional advice
• Compliance with legal prohibitions on consumption and designated protected areas, such as those near schools, children’s playgrounds, facilities for children and youth, publicly accessible sports facilities, and in the vicinity of farming associations
• Seek counseling early on if your substance use is taking up more of your life than you'd like

Support and Counseling Services

Anyone who has questions about their own substance use or would like support can contact qualified counseling centers. Family members and friends can also receive counseling there.

Appropriate sources of information and support include, among others:

• infos-cannabis.de
  • Official information on the legal situation, the effects of cannabis, and prevention programs.
• cannabispraevention.de
  • Information for teens, parents, and professionals.
• drugcom.de
  • Information, self-assessments, and digital counseling services.
• suchtberatung.digital
  • Online addiction counseling and regional support services.
• Addiction & Drug Hotline: 01806 313031
  • Telephone counseling and assistance from professionals.

Contact Information and Internal Information

Club-related information on prevention is made available to members in the secure members-only area. General inquiries can be submitted using the contact options listed on the website.

Note

This information is provided for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for medical, psychological, or addiction-related counseling. If you have specific health concerns, are experiencing psychological distress, or are unsure about your own substance use, you should seek professional counseling.