The Journey- Marijuana, Substance Abuse, and Our National Laws – Talking about marijuana, substance abuse and our national laws that impact on communities of color and communities in general.

 

The relationship between smoking weed and psychosis

Filed under: marijuana abuse

When Colorado and Washington became the first two states to legalize marijuana for recreational use, it became clear by popular vote that society is more widely accepting of the drug. As marijuana becomes more culturally accepted, it's important to …
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John Morgan says 'nobody's addicted' to marijuana

Filed under: marijuana abuse

"Some levels of addiction kill you — marijuana may make you slow, but it will never kill you," said Morgan, a personal injury attorney who is leading the group People United for Medical Marijuana. The group has launched a petition drive to add an …
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FAMILY: The darker side of marijuana use

Filed under: marijuana abuse

Like other substances, marijuana use can be classified as abuse, intoxication or dependence. Abuse is diagnosed when using pot interferes with work, school, driving a car or results in legal problems or arguments with family. Cannabis intoxication is …
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