Baked
Baked
Baked (/beɪkt/; from Old English bacan, "to bake") is a term often used in medical contexts to describe a state of being under the influence of certain substances, particularly cannabis. It is also used in a broader sense to refer to the process of cooking by dry heat, especially in an oven.
Etymology
The term "baked" originates from the Old English word bacan, which means "to bake". In the medical context, it is believed to have been first used in the 1960s to describe the feeling of being under the influence of cannabis or similar substances.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "baked" is often used to describe the state of being under the influence of certain substances, particularly cannabis. This usage is derived from the sensation of warmth and relaxation often associated with the use of such substances. It is important to note that while being "baked" can be a desired effect of recreational drug use, prolonged or excessive use of these substances can lead to serious health issues, including addiction and mental health disorders.
Related Terms
- Cannabis: A group of three plants with psychoactive properties, known as Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis.
- Addiction: A psychological and physical inability to stop consuming a chemical, drug, activity, or substance, even though it is causing psychological and physical harm.
- Psychoactive substance: A chemical substance that changes brain function and results in alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, cognition, or behavior.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Baked
- Wikipedia's article - Baked
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