marijuana

Marijuana is often called a gateway drug because it is usually the first illegal drug people experiment with. Marijuana is considered nonaddictive, but many long-time marijuana users report that it is at least psychologically addictive. Marijuana creates a mild to moderate high and is considered an hallucinogen.


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Cannabis Popularity Growing in Australia; Long-Term Users Seeking Help

The popularity of cannabis in Australia appears to be growing, according to a recent ABC News report. The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre has shown a dramatic increase in the number of long-term cannabis users being admitted to the hospital. The Centre has found that the number of Australians seeking treatment with cannabis-related problems [...]

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Los Angeles Limits Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

Proponents and opponents of medical marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles finally have a concrete decision – sort of – to limit the number allowed in the City of Angels to 70. State Law Passes in 2004 – But L.A. Issues No Guidelines When the state of California passed a law in 2004 that allowed for [...]

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Psychosis and the Impact of High-Potency Cannabis

The use of cannabis as a viable treatment for patients suffering from chronic, painful conditions is a controversial topic. Many studies are being conducted to test its effects on pain, but the risks must be examined as well. A recent study by Di Forti, et al., is an examination of the relationship between cannabis use [...]

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