 What is marijuana addiction?
Marijuana is a psychoactive tobacco-like substance, made from the flowers, stems, seeds and leaves of the Cannibus sativa plant, a member of the hemp family. It is usually smoked, though it can also be used as an ingredient in baking, or brewed as tea.
In a 2006 report from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, researchers estimated that 4% of the world's adult population uses marijuana regularly, while as many as 20% of American and European adults have tried it at some point-making it the world's most widely used illegal drug.
What effect does marijuana addiction have on the user? |
In low doses, marijuana can be a highly effective analgesic, and it is used in this manner for patients with severe cancer pain, neuropathy or arthritis (under medical supervision).
The chemical compound in the cannabis plant responsible for its psychoactive properties is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This gives the user a mild sense of euphoria, accompanied by dry mouth, rapid heartbeat, problems with concentration and coordination, and slowed reaction times.
 What are the symptoms of someone under the influence of marijuana?
Shortly after ingesting marijuana, the user will feel extremely relaxed-almost in a dream-like state. He or she may not be able to follow, or participate in, conversations with others in the room. The user's movements will most likely be slowed and careful (if he or she is aware of others watching), or erratic and clumsy like a drunk. User's moods can range from mellow and quiet to despairing and violent.
What are the potential dangers of using marijuana?
Heavy or chronic marijuana addiction may cause lung disease, more quickly than tobacco smoking. Marijuana may also raise blood pressure and affect short-term memory.
At high doses, marijuana can be almost as powerful in its effect on the brain as hallucinogenic drugs. Heavy users may experience distortions in their sense of the passage of time, as well as hallucinations, loss of control of muscle movement, and a sense of detachment from his/her surroundings.
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