The risks of marijuana

Ok, so i started smoking pot about a year ago, and ive been doing it fairly regularly, like probably 2-3 times a week. Through the course of the year ive been getting so many mixed messages about the risks of the drugs. obviously most of my friends would say that it doesn't do much to your health, thats all myth, and that there is nothing to worry about. So far I haven't really seem to have been that affected either. Then, on the other hand, internet articles, parents, etc. tell u that its a bad things and that there are so many risks such as lung problems, infertility, paranoia, possible brain damage


whatre ur guys opinion on this matter, do u think it is risky but ur doing it anyways cause its fun, or is it actually relatively safe?

Any feedback would be appreciated

Thats a tough one bro....but yes there are negative health risks that are related to marijuana. Lighting anything on fire and inhaling it isn't good for you. However it also helps medical conditions, emotional status and overall quality of life.

I smoke marijuana because it makes me relaxed, happy, and opens my mind to alot of new things. My attitude towards that as well as to drugs in general is that used in moderation drugs can have a powerful and positive impact on your life and if marijuana is doing that for you, i think having a happier life but shorter is more important than an extended but regular or depressing one. I want to LIVE life not just go through the motions of everyday life. Smoking marijuana isn't all good but it isn't all bad either. And in my case the positives outweigh the negatives (other than the illegality of it).

So its your decision on how you would like to live your life. If you maintain your health and exercise, monitor your marijuana use, and do what you can to prevent getting caught do what your heart desires. Live life man...dont go through the motions. Be yourself and be happy.


Happy Tokin' or whatever you decide to do.

dont worry tell all them misled people to find one actualy non biased document where cannabis is bad.
hell check this out,

FOXNews.com - Swiss Study Finds Marijuana Use Alone May Benefit Some Teens, U.S. Doctor Disagrees - Health News | Current Health News | Medical News

I played football every Sunday. And let me tell you I only smoke Bud, and for about the past 4 years now everyday. And boy do I get winded. Also after a long week of smoking my brain could take a rest. I forget alot of shit easy now. Thats kinda it.

I am employed and I believe that most folks find me intelligent and friendly. So right there a lot of the myths are shot down. Now start reading!
Switzerland: Occasional Marijuana Use 'Does Not Harm Teens': - TreatingYourself.COM Online Community

Switzerland: Positive Effects Found For Pot Users - TreatingYourself.COM Online Community

Women's Guide to the UofC
Women's Guide to the UofC

Cannabis Basics
Erowid Cannabis Vault: Basics

10 Things Every Parent, Teenager & Teacher Should Know About Marijuana (4th Q)
Erowid Psychoactive Vaults

Marijuana Myths
Erowid Cannabis Vault : Exposing Marijuana Myths

Debunking 'Amotivational Syndrome'
US: Web: Column: Debunking 'Amotivational Syndrome'

Marijuana Smoking Found Non-Carcinogenic
Medical News: ATS: Marijuana Smoking Found Non-Carcinogenic - in Hematology/Oncology, Lung Cancer from MedPage Today


Effects of chronic marijuana use on testosterone, luteinizing hormone, follicle stimulating â?¦
University of Iowa Anesthesia Publications

Findings of a longitudinal study of effects on IQ
Current and former marijuana use: preliminary findings of a longitudinal study of effects on IQ in young adults -- Fried et al. 166 (7): 887 -- Canadian Medical Association Journal

Heavy cannabis use without long-term effect on global intelligence
IACM-Bulletin

Marijuana use and mortality.
Marijuana use and mortality.

Marijuana Smoking Doesn't Lead to Higher Death Rate
CCRMG

How deadly is marijuana?
How deadly is marijuana?



Now if you REALLY want an education- click the link in my sig! - Granny:hippy:

I feel that smoking has made me a much better person.

people who say it makes them forget stuff cause they have been smoking for so long, probley just dont relize they forgot shit and lost stuff all the time, long before they even heard of cannabis.

no one should let yu do what they think is good for them

In my opinion weed is harmless, or as good as harmless when compared to almost everything else in this world. Anyone who says stright out its bad for you is a moron. Infact, anyone who says that is worse than a moron, i just cant explain it on here.

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Originally Posted by 13Lack

Thats a tough one bro....but yes there are negative health risks that are related to marijuana. Lighting anything on fire and inhaling it isn't good for you. However it also helps medical conditions, emotional status and overall quality of life.

I smoke marijuana because it makes me relaxed, happy, and opens my mind to alot of new things. My attitude towards that as well as to drugs in general is that used in moderation drugs can have a powerful and positive impact on your life and if marijuana is doing that for you, i think having a happier life but shorter is more important than an extended but regular or depressing one. I want to LIVE life not just go through the motions of everyday life. Smoking marijuana isn't all good but it isn't all bad either. And in my case the positives outweigh the negatives (other than the illegality of it).

So its your decision on how you would like to live your life. If you maintain your health and exercise, monitor your marijuana use, and do what you can to prevent getting caught do what your heart desires. Live life man...dont go through the motions. Be yourself and be happy.


Happy Tokin' or whatever you decide to do.

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that was perfectly stated. very well put