There are numerous myths and facts about Marijuana. Since this drug that has been in use since prehistoric times, it is good to learn what is factual and what elements are false pertaining to Marijuana. In the past it was used for recreational, as well as medical purposes. There are different types of Marijuana and their side effects vary.
For example, in the 20th century its uses have expanded to incorporate religious and spiritual activities along with the recreational and medical ones. Marijuana is an herb, known as Cannabis , which consists of 2 forms: resinous (Hashish) and herbal that can be implemented in the preparation of the drug. Tetrahydrocannabinol is the part of a Cannabis plant that is used primarily for medical purposes.
Facts:
Among the myths and facts about Marijuana, one should be educated on the factual information. Its uses are not as negative as one might think. For example, Marijuana will not cause permanent or prolonged mental damage. In fact, if Marijuana is eaten it will cause a temporary condition related to toxic psychosis.
A very few percentage of Americans become addicted to Marijuana, usually less than 1%, including those persons who are heavy users. After continued use of Marijuana, there are no signs of withdrawal. Marijuana has remained unchanged throughout the years, however the samples that the Drug Enforcement Administration generally seize are not representative of marijuana that is commonly used by most individuals today. Usually approximately 85% of marijuana wrongdoers are arrested sometime throughout their lives for possession of this substance.
Marijuana is not known to be a cause of lung cancer, as is regular tobacco smoking. It is used for medical problems, such as the nausea thus related to chemotherapy. It is frequently used to lessen the spasticity in muscles in those individuals suffering from ailments relating to neurological problems. Marijuana is not a gateway drug and does not necessarily lead to harsher drugs. It has no influences or significance with the work or study habits of individuals taking the drug.
Myths:
Many falsehoods pertaining to the myths and facts about Marijuana have mislead individuals throughout the years. One such common myth is that marijuana leads to permanent mental damage with even small amounts of this drug. Another such myth is that marijuana is highly addictive. Still another untruth is that marijuana is more potent today than it has been in the past years, such as what was found in the 196o’s. Another statement about those individuals who so break the laws relating to the use of marijuana and are not arrested is a false hood.
Some think that the use of marijuana relates to diseases, such as lung cancer, bronchitis, and emphysema, of course this is not true, when backed up by medical data. Marijuana contains a psychoactive ingredient, and is considered to be a “gateway” drug which is another misleading statement about marijuana. Many people are led to believe that marijuana decreases an individual’s work or study productivity , which is not the case.
In conclusion, it is imperative that people learn the difference between the myths and facts about Marijuana, to be better informed about this drug and its consequences.
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May 15, 2011 at 9:52 pm
Hello,
I just want to say as a relatively heavy smoker that some of this is bs. It says “Many people are led to believe that marijuana decreases an individual’s work or study productivity , which is not the case”. I’m sorry, but if your going to smoke don’t lie to yourself- it will decrease the shit out of your productivity haha.
cheers- boris
April 24, 2011 at 9:25 pm
weed is gods gift to man to let us know he luvz us
April 5, 2011 at 9:48 am
i just wanted to point out that Barbara’s comment was the exact same as kim’s word for word and i think its stupid and i agree wit greg about the potency
smoke weed all day 420 life
March 8, 2011 at 3:22 pm
Sorry Everyone but the majority of this just isn’t true. I too am a heavy user, but Marijuana is addictive (Mentally Yes but still). Marijuana is a cause of lung-related illnesses but because you ingest it by smoking, not because of the substances inside of it. The “myth” that marijuana isn’t more potent than it was in the 1960′s is also not true. Marijuana’s potency has increased exponentially over the past few years. Here is an article describing it. Good job to everyone trying to educate themselves, but this post simply is not reliable information.
February 26, 2011 at 6:45 pm
Marijuana is a plant that can be use as a narcotic but, it’s not a narcotic, it’s a plant. A hammer is a tool that can be use as a weapon but, it’s not a weapon, it’s a tool…
February 3, 2011 at 6:26 pm
i love to know the real facts about marijuana
The stuff your health teacher wont tell you.
as a really blunt kid, my grade in that glass during the “drugs and alcohol” segmemt
always dropped and I definitely wasn’t a favorite of the teacher’s
January 22, 2011 at 5:49 pm
Thank you for this! The ignorance of our American population disappoints me. But it’s okay, because our generation is taking over and we will prove that the millions of dollars our government has wasted destroying a plant worth millions was very pointless. Fix he economy and legalize it. Also I fourth jeff’s comment
December 23, 2010 at 1:27 pm
Hello. i just want to say, as stoner who smokes everyday, that this whole “myths and facts” thing is nice, since sometimes miss-led people dont know what they’re talking about. thanks and keep up the facts!
December 6, 2010 at 4:20 am
I agree with Kim. Mrsleading information about the effects of marijuana on the cognative whathaveya and the ability to make logical joints and speek da troof is ascential to ensuring that high people won’t feel stoopid–not like that’s what the drug is for anyway. Also, Jaket6, your dad’s tolerance has probably gone up over the years.
November 29, 2010 at 11:13 am
my dad always disagreed agreed with the potency claims. And hes been a pothead since the 70s when he was a teen
November 17, 2010 at 8:43 pm
I agree with a lot of this. But marijuana is DEFINITELY more potent today than it was in the 1960′s what with the genetic engineering and selective breeding and all that. But hey, greater potency isn’t such a bad thing, you just smoke less to get high! (better for the lungs?)
October 22, 2010 at 8:05 pm
This site is awesome! We just have to make our voices heard! And I third Jeff’s comment
September 12, 2010 at 11:28 pm
I have to say this is one of the most professional sites I’ve found, thanks for being the mature ones. Also, I second Jeff’s comment
April 30, 2010 at 2:58 am
It’s not that we’re addicted to it and can’t stop smoking; we just prefer not to.
March 31, 2010 at 11:56 am
Hello. i just want to say, as stoner who smokes everyday, that this whole “myths and facts” thing is nice, since sometimes miss-led people dont know what they’re talking about. thanks and keep up the facts!