Adverse effects of non-medical cannabis
For over 2 decades, cannabis (marijuana) has been the most widely used illicit drug by young people in high-income countries, and has become popular on a global scale.
Researchers from the University of Queensland, in Herston, Australia reviewed the adverse effects.
Adverse health effects of greatest potential public health interest — most likely to occur and to affect a large number of cannabis users.
- Dependence
- Increased risk of motor vehicle crashes
- Impaired respiratory function
- Cardiovascular disease
Adverse effects associated with regular use
- Adolescent psychosocial development
- Mental health
The bottom line?
Considering the lack of benefit (somebody show me a decent study of marijuana’s benefits), is the risk of any side effect worth it?
10/20/09 20:47 JR