Addiction
The concentration of THC (the herb’s psychoactive component) in marijuana has been increasing in recent years. Addiction specialists are concerned that this increased potency might accelerate development of dependence.
I thought it was interesting that they don't even call it a drug. Again, nothing but false concerns and “mights” with no conclusive evidence. In reality, cannabis is no more addictive than gambling, video games, TV or facebook. Cannabis has absolutely no physical withdrawal in 99% of users and the 1% of heaviest users might experience poor sleep and appetite. Severe alcohol withdrawal is PROVEN to cause DEATH.
Anxiety
At low doses, THC can be sedating. At higher doses, it can induce intense anxiety. Although some people find that marijuana calms them down, the most commonly reported side effects of this substance are intense anxiety and panic attacks.
Again, nothing at all conclusive about permanent damage. Yes, it causes anxiety in 20-30% of people but they don’t use it after the first few times. People that don’t use it do so because it is their own personal preference and has nothing to do with the law or unavailability. Prohibition has made this plant worth more than its weight in $20 bills and a 10-year-old can grow it. Prohibition of this plant is pointless and IMPOSSIBLE!
Mood disorders
In people with bipolar disease, marijuana can bring on manic episodes and increase rapid cycling between manic and depressive moods. Several studies also suggest that in some people, regular marijuana use may trigger depression.
Obviously people already WITH a mental disease should avoid psychoactive drugs. Again, nothing conclusive that shows it does anything to healthy people. Alcohol abuse is 100% proven to cause brain damage, body damage and mental illness.
Psychosis
Marijuana intensifies psychotic symptoms and worsens outcomes in people with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders. The results of several large observational studies also strongly suggest that using marijuana can increase the risk of developing psychosis, particularly in young people.
Again, nothing definite or conclusive. They use these qualifiers to hide the fact that there is no direct link, only an indirect link in behaviors. Using the same method of behavior study, you can “strongly suggest” that tobacco use “can increase the risk” of developing schizophrenia since 320% more schizophrenics regularly smoked tobacco than the general population.
Careful or you’re gonna miss yer exit.