Quote Originally Posted by Matt the Funk
Anyone have more info about weed and schizophrenia....
As of yet, scientists claim there is some sort of link between cannabis use and the so-called 'risk' factor of schizophrenia. It's EXTREMELY rare to have schizophrenia with no previous cases in your family, but the scientists claim a person is more likely to develop schizophrenia if they use cannabis and have a family history of schizophrenia.

I think it's truthful to a point, but I don't see how cannabis can so radically alter your brain chemicals and functions if you use it maybe 1-2 times per week. I think because schizophrenia shows its primary symptoms during the late teens and early adult years- the years when cannabis smoking is at its peak- that scientists feel there is some sort of link to schizophrenia.

I have Disorganized Schizophrenia- not the visual hallucinations part, but I somtimes hear noises, like beeps and a cellphone ring. Cannabis hasn't altered or brought my symptoms on- I had them before I began smoking. It doesn't really affect me as much as scientists are pushing. I'm actually more motivated and energized because it helps with my chronic pain and sleep problems- I have a few hits before bed, and I sleep beautifully.

There are so many genetic mutations and forms in humans, that something hereditary is almost BOUND to surface. You can blame it on triggers and substances that may trigger it, but odds are, you're going to have it anyway eventually.

My point? Keep smoking :stoned: