Due
to marijuana's addictive properties and health risks, the drug,
otherwise known as cannabis, has remained illegal in many states
across the US. However, researchers from the Center for Medicinal
Cannabis Research have been testing different types and doses of
marijuana and have found the drug to offer several medical benefits.
But because of the issue of legality in some states, its use has been
restricted to a few medical facilities.
Critics
of the drug's widespread use essentially fear its addictive
properties and the users' predilection to abuse it, and thus lead to
adverse personal and social consequences. Addiction to substances
almost always dominate the lives of individuals, which takes a toll
on their health as well as their relationship with the community.
It's an inimical slippery slope that very soon often entangles the
underage members of society.
When
the drug is abused, marijuana impairs focus and attention, and
impedes the cognitive functions of its users. Long term effects also
include respiratory problems, poor short-term recall, low sperm count
for men, and irregular menstruation for women.
Despite
the health risks, many people support research on the drug because of
its capabilities to alleviate debilitating nerve pain and slow down
tumor growths. Marijuana is a muscle-relaxant so patients suffering
from seizures, for instance, could inhale the drug's vapors to help
them calm down.
The
debate on its legalization still rages. Meanwhile, medical facilities
have been granted legal use of the substance as long as it is
controlled and secured.
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