Too many people ignorant about drugs

[lateralus]

Yes, but in many cases, there is clearly a right and a wrong.

[l330]

i agree with you lateralus

[otsever]

"it would be fallacious to conclude that because the chemicals in marijuana have been found to present fewer dangers than some very harmful substances, the medical or recreational use of marijuana is perfectly safe. In a recreational context, marijuana has been shown to affect health, brain function, and memory. And in a medical context, marijuana is like any other powerful prescription drug: it has potentially dangerous side effects, and the decision to use it to treat patients must involve the same balancing test as the one required for chemotherapy or AZT: do the therapeutic effects of the drug outweigh its harmful effects? Though there are many more studies to be done on this issue, current data shows that the answer to this question may not always be "yes."

Regular smoking has been shown to materially affect the overall ability of the smokerâ??s body to defend itself against infection by weakening various natural immune mechanisms, including macrophages (a.k.a. "killer cells") and the all-important T-cell

Effects of Marijuana on the Brain. Researchers have found that THC changes the way in which sensory information gets into and is acted on by the hippocampus. This is a component of the brain's limbic system that is crucial for learning, memory, and the integration of sensory experiences with emotions and motivations. Investigations have shown that THC suppresses neurons in the information-processing system of the hippocampus. In addition, researchers have discovered that learned behaviors, which depend on the hippocampus, also deteriorate"


The quotes above are coming from Harvard University. But that is not the point. If you guys think marijuana is harmless you guys are the ignorant ones. Just like any other drug it is harmful. Alcohol is harmful too. And not being able to relieve yourself from the stresses life throws at you is harmful too. So it is a give and take situation. Don't tell me you don't think marijuana decreases your motivation. Everyone experiences that, you get weed, and you forget about trying to perform at your job or trying to get A's in school.

I believe as long as it is moderation smoking mj has way more advantages than not smoking. But moderation is the key word. Smoking even 1 joint every day or every other day is not close to moderation in my book.

You can't graduate successfully from college or outperform in a job that fits your best skills by smoking everyday or even once a week. It just does not happen.You can be average in what you do but you won't stack up well against people who are similar in intelligence and skills as you but don't smoke. They will not have 10% of the fun you have but will perform better. But smoking in moderation on the other hand will freshen you up and clear your mind.

A person can reach their highest potential if they can balance everything extremely well in my opinion.

[BaseRSX]

Most people I know, even those who donâ??t use it, donâ??t think pot is that bad. And as for everything else I guess Iâ??m kind of ignorant myself. I only do pot and booze. And I have never used any other drugs. I donâ??t judge people that do though, I am just not into it myself. All I need is THC and nothing moreâ?¦

[sharpezor]

POT??? POT?!?!?!? YOU PEOPLE DO "POT"? I pitty you, you're going to end up giving hand jobs for smack and die at a young age.

[Stedric]

Everyone knows people like that. We're all at least slightly ignorant on the subject. Denying that would be.. well.. ignorant.

I strongly believe that drug addiction is never the drug's fault, but the user's. It has to do with the user's sense of responsibility, willpower, and genetics.

I'm sure Nullific can comment.

Drug addiction is a disease, not a moral choice. I'm very, very tired of people suggesting otherwise. Groups like Alcoholics Anonymous have taken a step towards treating alcoholism as a neurological disease, and not a question of "morality" (and absurd idea). Relevant studies show only genetic and psychological/neurological precursors.

So it is not a question of "fault" at all.

[Hi my name is....]

if weed and acid dont kill your brain cells something else will, so take drugs, fuk sluts make fun of gay clubs (jk)

[sharpezor]

if weed and acid dont kill your brain cells something else will

yes like microwaves and hockey pucks. but id rather die from a hocky puck then drugs but HEY, who cares.

[Hi my name is....]

why would it matter your dead, apart from the social implications, brain cells dying doesnt mean your dead eh

[bonsaiguy]

Most of the people I have met in my life are ignorant when it comes to drugs. I personally love this line. "The best I've ever smoked is hydro. I was so fucked up." Yeah whatever guy. I respond with Hydroponically grown cannabis does not make it any more potent but just shortens the time in growing and produces larger yeilds. So then they look at me for a few seconds. "Then they scratch their ass then go you don't know shit man". So now I let people belive whatever they want to because you'll never change their minds. Their already programmed by Uncle Sam.

You're absolutely right about what people choose to believe. Peoples egos are so much more powerful that we think and pretty much everyone thinks that they are unquestionably right about a given subject. And because they believe something so deeply, they can't fathom how anyone could possibly disagree with what seems so obvious to them. (we are all guilty of this, expecially me) That's why I quit arguing with holy rollers, democans and republicrats a long time ago. Live and let live so to speak. The jury is still out on the effects of MJ, especially on the brain. For every opinion or study there are conflicting studies that have come to the opposite conclusion. Then there are the studies that consist of compilations of other peoples studies. Give me a break. The line between use and abuse is very very fine. One should never stop honestly wondering which side of this line you are on and if you can't honestly figure it out...find someone who can help you sort it out. That being said, I am a firm believer that we all need to learn these things for ourselves and should have the freedom to do so.