... different therapeutic uses of marijuana, different ways to take it, how alcohol is produced, how much is needed for intoxication. Some history of both drugs will be told. Second the most important of all, the effects of both drugs on the human body for example the dangers like over dosage, brain damage, birth defects, heart problems, the reproductive system. Another issue that ... ) or ethyl alcohol to varying strengths. Alcohol goes a long way in history. There are records of wine making dating back to Egyptian times about 3,500 BC. But however it is believed that alcohol drinking goes ...

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... enforcement areas. A large majority of the American people believe marijuana should be decriminalized for medical usage. In 2001, 34 percent of adult Americans believed marijuana should be legal, at least in small amounts, the largest percentage since 1969, and up to 70 percent of adults approved of using medicinal ... of experts agrees that marijuana has numerous medicinal benefits, and can help a wide variety of patients. Second, are other drugs available that are as effective? While there may be other drugs available that can aid in some of the medicinal uses marijuana is currently us...

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... marijuana which has risen from 77 percent in 2011 and an even lower 62 percent in 1997, but most of the individuals surveyed said they believed that most marijuana purchased through medical programs did not in fact get used for medical reasons. This stands as a big controversy in the country, ... Many benefits and detriments towards one's health can come from the use of this drug or the influence marijuana has on the use of other drugs. Unlike Colorado and Washington that are still the only two states legalizing marijuana for recreational benefits, there are 20 U.S. and the District of Co...

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... with this secondary way of healing. I happen to use many herbal cures for everyday stressors, which over- the- counter drugs cannot help with. There is a great debate right now, concerning marijuana use for medical purposes. Before I came to the US, I have always believed that marijuana was something that people experimented with as a way to deal with their daily stress. I also felt that ... orchestrated campaign by aging hippies, lawyers, and marijuana users who are imposing a cruel hoax on sick and dying people (Peterson, undated). Marijuana is very addictive and will lead to other dr...

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... , the FBI released statements, which accused marijuana of causing insanity and cave man like tendencies. With lack of information, scientists and officials could not diminish these false rumors. Therefore, many believed that where there was crime, the cause was marijuana (www.western.edu ). Ironically, it was the U.S. Army who first published supportive and factual information about marijuana in 1933, which concluded ... covered, the thought of it being a gateway drug causes marijuana the most problems for legalization. Whether a marijuana user will want to experiment with harder and mor...

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... the prohibition and use of marijuana, "produces more harm than it prevents." The costs involved in enforcing and punishing the laws involved with marijuana should be relegated to other dangerous drugs such as heroin. As a health aspect, marijuana seems to be a non-issue. One of the DEA's leading judges stated that, "marijuana is one of the safest therapeutically active substances ... I"ll leave it to the Advisory Committee on Drug Dependence, "marijuana's dangers had previously been greatly exaggerated." I've always believed in the free will approach on the consumption of drugs, but I ...

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... although there seems to be a correlation between the use of marijuana and occurrence of psychosis. This correlation is likely to do the use of drugs whose use is linked with marijuana use, amphetamines in particular. "If cannabis-induced psychoses exist, it seems that they would require very high doses ... , whether it is a form of self-medication [of an existing psychosis], or whether the association is because of the use of other drugs, such as amphetamines, which heavy cannabis users are more likely to use."1 The author then goes on to say that there is more ... perception functions o...

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... today as they relate to the legalization of marijuana. Against, and For, Legalization There is, as would be expected, the age-old outcry against drugs being legal, no matter what the drug. This outcry has many arguments, which follow in suit. For example, many argue that if marijuana is ... legal this will entice people to try harsher and more damaging drugs. This is yet to be a proven reality. Many people who have problems and run from them with substances, will find these substances, legal or ... Serra illustrates that "Jurors have become mad dogs, they have been so conditioned by medi...

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Marijuana Marijuana (pot,) is one of the most widely used recreational drugs. The legalization of marijuana is one of the most controversial debates in today's government. For years the debate to legalize this drug ... medicinal purposes. On the contrary, those who are against the legalization of marijuana argue that marijuana is a doorway drug to harsher more dangerous drugs, pot makes you stupid, and will make drugs readily available to our nation's youth. Until its ban, pot was used for over 50,000 non-drug commercial uses including paper, textiles ... smoke less of it at a time. So why is...

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... is an effective treatment to the sick, many organizations strongly oppose this concept. Both the National Cancer Institute and the National Institute of Health maintain that there are better, safer drugs available to treat illnesses (Lapey, "Marijuana as Medicine"). In over twelve thousand studies on marijuana, the drug has never been proven to be effective for treatment (Lapey, "Marijuana ... with another dilemma in history. Kevin Costello, MD, reflects upon a time when the United States was arguing over the legalization of Laetrile, a drug that was not FDA approved but was believed to...

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... do slow down tumor growth and spreading. "Glaucoma is a condition which interferes with the eye's normal release mechanism and raises the Inner Ocular Pressure to dangerous levels" ("Uses"). Marijuana is "believed to be 2 to 3 times more effective as any current medication used for reducing ocular pressure" (Herer). Yet, all current medications have some toxicity to them. Marijuana, "unlike much of ... the pharmaceutical drugs or drops used for glaucoma treatment, has no toxic side effects to the liver or kidneys" (Herer). Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a form of virus tha...

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... are; increases sense of euphoria and may help minimize pain from migraine headaches and cancer. In the eyes, it reduces introcular pressure; helping those afflicted with glaucoma. Spacsticity, it is believed to help calm spasms from spinal cord injury. Stomach, marijuana helps restore the appetite in people who have lost weight from cancer or AIDS. Nausea, it combats nausea from chemotherapy ... -related weight loss, and muscle spasms in multiple sclerosis (Jennifer Thomas, USA Today). Some AIDS patients prefer to use marijuana instead of their prescription drugs because it does not have...

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... policy argue that the dangers of marijuana have been exaggerated. They contend that many, if not most, users of marijuana suffer no lasting harm, do not move on to other drugs, and do not become addicts. Some surveys on marijuana use in America have shown that nine out of ten people who have tried marijuana have since quit. Supporters of anti ... strongly opposes medical marijuana. As Governor of Texas, he signed a law to prevent cities or towns in the state from enacting medical marijuana laws. Then-presidential candidate, Bush said he believed the states ought to be able to decide the...

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... and Washington State have even legalized the use of marijuana for recreational purposes (US New Laws). So while marijuana may be classified as a schedule one drug, meaning that it is believed to have a high abuse potential, a lack of accepted safety, and no accepted medical use, it is apparent that the use of marijuana is having a growing acceptance in the U.S., especially in ... /hash/sensimilla). By having no other choice than to turn to the Black Market, marijuana users can potentially put themselves in dangerous situations, such as getting mugged or purchasing laced drugs. However, i...

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... has been used as an intoxicant in various parts of the world for centuries. Marijuana is known as a Schedule I drug which means it is one of the most tightly controlled drugs (McCormick 94). Only few countries around the world have legalized marijuana, but those that have, have seen good results. Marijuana has many benefits and is used for various reasons other ... of motor vehicles (Bugliosi 13). During the 1920s and 1930s, marijuana rose in popularity, especially among jazz musicians, most of whom were black. The effects of marijuana back then, were believed to turn men into social de...

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... marijuana is unconstitutional, unfair, and is taking away the rights and freedoms of people all around the world. This injustice must stop! When compared to currently available legal substances and drugs such as cigarettes and alcohol, marijuana seems less of a threat then pictured. There are no known detrimental health effects and there have never been any deaths on the account of ... hard to believe marijuana has medical use. Marijuana has been used by many cultures for various reasons. In fact, Israeli scientists found the skeleton of a fourth century woman who they believed died in ...

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Marijuana unlike most drugs is not physically addicting, although, marijuana can form a psychological dependence. While Marijuana is not an addictive drug it does produce a dependence on the substance. Marijuana abusers are called dependant not addicted. Physical dependence is manifested when an interruption of drug use produces physical withdrawal symptoms. It is believed that marijuana is not physically addictive, except in extremely high doses ... ...

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... effect that leads to dependence of the certain drug. Some of the physiological effects are reddened eyes, increased pulse rate, and a dry mouth (cotton-mouth). The THC in marijuana is believed to change a psychoactive compound in the liver, which may be the cause of the psychological and subjective effects. The psychological effects of marijuana are most often seen in altered perceptions ... three hours. People may experience adverse effects from marijuana use such as anxiety and paranoia. The anxiety can range anywhere from mild anxiety to complete panic. Marijuana, as with all drugs, ...

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... marijuana is unconstitutional, unfair, and is taking away the rights and freedoms of people all around the world. This injustice must stop! -When compared to currently available legal substances and drugs such as cigarettes and alcohol, marijuana seems less of a threat then pictured. There are no known detrimental health effects and there have never been any deaths on the account of ... hard to believe marijuana has medical use. Marijuana has been used by many cultures for various reasons. In fact, Israeli scientists found the skeleton of a fourth century woman who they believed died in...

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... . A blunt is normally an emptied cigar wrapper filled with marijuana. In a blunt you can fit much more marijuana. Though a blunt isn't always purely marijuana, it can be mixed with other drugs such as angel dust. The results are varied when someone smokes marijuana. Different people will get different results, and certain types of cannabis can cause different effects. The amount of ... Page: 3 marijuana can have a lasting effect on the users short-term memory. The blood flow to the back of the brain is greater than the front, after smoking. This is believed to cause the high sensation th...

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