MARIJUANA:
Marijuana is the dried leaves, flowers and seeds of the cannabis plant. Marijuana consist of THC, CBD and other mind-altering chemicals. Marijuana is the most commonly used drug after alcohol in United States.
SHORT TERM SIDE EFFECTS OF USING MARIJUANA:
As soon as a person smokes marijuana the THC passes from lungs to his bloodstream and through that it goes to brain and effect the part of the brain which have normal THC like chemicals. Receptors are usually used for development and function purposes and is the part of the brain which handles most of our behaviours and thinking process. If marijuana is smoked than the effects occur within minutes if it is cooked and eaten than the result is bit slower. As THC effects the receptors the most common side effects that occur are:
- Hallucinations for a certain period of time.
- Disturbance in sense of judgement
- Mood swings
- Partial memory loss or manipulation in memory.
- High senses
- Delusion
LONG TERM SIDE EFFECTS OF USING MARIJUANA:
Marijuana is a drug which can be used in multiple ways even though it is a drug used for medical and recreational purposes. There are several negative effects of the consumption of marijuana. Like every other drug there is a restriction while getting in contact with such drugs. Excessive use of drugs can lead to several side effects. If teenagers starts consuming it without any recommendation that can lead them to several mental and physical issues in future. Excessive use of marijuana can effect in the development of their brain and its function. Even if they leave their habit of consuming marijuana after becoming adult their several mental issues never fully recover.
PHYSICAL PROBLEMS:
- BREATHING PROBLEMS:
Many studies have discovered that people who smoke marijuana face similar breathing problems as those who smoke tobacco. As inhaling the smoke of marijuana causes problems in their lungs which results in cough and breathing issues. Studies haven’t confirmed yet that smoking marijuana can cause lung cancer.
- INCREASED HEART RATE:
Within 3 hours after consuming marijuana, the heart rate of the person increases which can be dangerous and can lead to heart attack people with previous record of heart problems should refrain from the consumption of marijuana.
- NAUSEA AND VOMITING:
Even though marijuana (cannabis) is used to help in nausea and vomiting but a regular use of marijuana can lead to Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, which can result in nausea, vomiting and dehydration.