Party Drugs - Marijuana (hash)
Marijuana is the most popular recreational drug in the world.
This drug has a number of street names or slang names. Some of these are
Mary Jane, dope, pot, weed, and herb. There are some countries, laws
permit the sale and use of Marijuana. Usually, the possession and even the distribution of this drug is
considered only a misdemeanor in most other countries. However, one thing that some people
forget is that whether a drug is legal or illegal, it can still be
abused and it can still be harmful.
Marijuana comes from the Cannabis plant. For centuries, this drug has
been used by cultures around the world. It has been used for various
purposes such as medicinal and even spiritual in some cultures.
Throughout the history of mankind, marijuana has been used to treat
maladies such as glaucoma, headaches and nausea that results from cancer
patients receiving chemotherapy treatments. This drug has also become
part of pop culture in many countries. It is common to see pot joints
passed around at concerts. Also, the drug has been featured in a number
of feature motion pictures. This has happened so much that the drug has
become mainstream.
The active ingredient in marijuana is called THC. This ingredient
effects the immune system of the user. It gives the user a sense of
relaxation that is prolonged. It is also known to cause some to feel
disorientated and sleepy. Another common effect of this drug is it
causes the user to become hungry. There are also a number of negative
effects such as memory loss and paranoia. As is the case with regular
tobacco, there is also an increased risk of lung cancer and related
illnesses. Some people also claim that marijuana is a gateway drug to
other more hard core drugs.
Even though some people feel that using marijuana is not a big deal, it
is still a drug and it does have negative side effects that have been
documented. Combined with the fact, that it is illegal in most areas, it
is something that should be avoided. |
