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Marijuana

Marijuana is a drug that is produced from the elements of a certain plant called cannabis sativa. The most active ingredient in marijuana is tetrahydrocannabinol(THC). The drug is mostly used in several different ways. One of the most popular methods of distribution is to roll the leaves in paper and smoke it like a cigarette. Marijuana cigarettes are most commonly referred to as "joints". The second most common method of use is to smoke the marijuana through a pipe. Pipes come in a variety of sizes and styles, but the method of smoking is still generally the same. The third method of use is the least common. Occasionally people will simply ingest the marijuana by combining it with food.

The effects of marijuana can be categorized into three types; the physiological effects, psychological effects, and the subjective effects. Physiological effects can be described as effects on the body directly. Psychological effects can be described as effects on the mind. Subjective effects can be described as an effect that le


Marijuana, as with all drugs, does have its own pros and cons but, outside the realm of medicine, the cons heavily outweigh the pros. First and foremost, marijuana use or possession is illegal in the United States regardless of amount, and while there are groups who are lobbying to make marijuana legal in the US, they have been unsuccessful. Other consequences of marijuana use are the effects of long term use on the individual's health. Marijuana contains more cancer producing elements than tobacco cigarettes, may produce a mild physical dependence that causes minor withdrawal symptoms when discontinued, and is potentially harmful to pregnant women. Furthermore, being "high" produces driving hazards through slowed reactions times and decreased spatial judgment abilities. Chronic heavy use may lead to lasting behavioral problems such as loss of motivation and paranoia, and physical problems such as impairment of lung function, and weight gain due to the appetite enhancing effects associated with marijuana use.

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