Throughout history, marijuana has played an important role in the health care of various cultures throughout the world. For instance, it is thought that the Chinese were the first to use marijuana around 2737 B. C. Shen Nung is thought to have used it for medicinal purposes. Although the euphoric state was known about, it was not heavily discussed. Marijuana was also used in the 1840’s in the United States to assist in medical health. It was used once again to alleviate symptoms and cure common ailments of the time period.

Aside from the risks of abuse, there are other risks involved with the use of marijuana. As with almost any drug, there are health risks involved. The Australian Medical Association released to the media a statement on October 15, 2000 about the health risks involved with smoking marijuana. They state that regular users of marijuana have a greater risk of triggering psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. They also state that it can increase the length of an illness or it can cause a reoccurring illness to return.

Marijuana, pot, bud, weed, or cannabis Sativa, no matter how it is referred to it is still illegal to have, use, or prescribe in the United States. Although it is not legal, marijuana is a hallucinogenic and intoxicating plant that is used for many purposes. This is a source of great debate in the American society today.

Although the debate over this issue will ultimately be decided in the courts, no matter what the decision is there will be people that continue to use marijuana for medical purposes. These people want to feel better, and they are willing to break the law, if necessary, to do so. By legalizing marijuana, the government will be allowing these people to relieve symptoms without fear of legal repercussions. Marijuana has been used as medicine for centuries, by several different cultures. The debate is now over whether marijuana is worth legalizing and what will happen if it is legal.

Marijuana users are also considered to be a hazard to others. Marijuana decreases the ability to concentrate and this can affect tasks such as driving. Research has shown that marijuana has an intoxicating effect on the user lasting up to six hours. At first use, marijuana causes restlessness, boisterous and impulsive behavior, but as time passes the user becomes relaxed, dazed, and their ability to focus decreases. During either of these times, the user may engage in activities that are dangerous to themselves and others.

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