We’ve all been told how important it is to avoid drinking and driving, but what about using marijuana and driving? It shouldn’t come as a surprise that you can also…
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Many people use marijuana as a way to treat symptoms of mental health—whether you’re feeling down, on edge, or if you just want to zone out. The hard truth, however,…
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The classic myth of marijuana as a ‘gateway drug’ for other substance use is controversial. Because marijuana use is just one of hundreds or potential risk factors for other substance…
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It shouldn’t be a surprise that there are harsh legal penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol. What many people don’t realize, though, is that you can also receive…
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A substantial proportion of marijuana users suffer from anxiety disorders. If that’s you, chances are a big motivation for using marijuana is because it dulls your symptoms of anxiety. The…
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Chances are that you’ve thought about the safety of your marijuana consumption at some point in time. In broad strokes, general perceptions are that marijuana is much safer than drugs…
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Most people know that alcohol should be avoided during pregnancy. In contrast, using marijuana while pregnant represents more of a gray area–studies have shown that women rarely receive counseling on…
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Believe it or not, your teenage years and early 20’s are a critical period for brain development. In fact, the brain does reach complete maturity until about age 25. This…
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Occasional Use Occasional marijuana use is defined as less than once a week. Most people who use marijuana will fall into this category. Settings for occasional marijuana use are typically…
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Marijuana can have a variety of effects on your brain, such as euphoria, a sense of relaxation, and heightened sensory perception. If you’re reading this, chances are that you have…
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