Latest
finding of a study by the American Psychological Association (APA) has
established a positive link between teen marijuana use psychosis.
According to the study, adolescents who used marijuana were at a greater
risk of developing psychotic disorders. Initial findings of the study
had found no link between using pot and mental illness. After being
rebuked, further research was initiated by the scientists.
The study has found that the risk was
higher for marijuana users who are male. North Carolina Family Policy
Council’s counsel Jere Royall stated that their group has been following
studies by established bodies like American Medical Association and the
American Academy of Pediatrics. Further he added that latest study by
APA has confirmed the fears of harmful effects of marijuana. As a
result, the group continues its opposition to laws regarding cannabis
legalization.
Recreational Use of Marijuana Is Harmful
Short-term and long-term mental problems
have been linked to marijuana usage by many studies and especially if
used in teen years. States permitting recreational use of marijuana need
to keep these factors in mind as it was harmful to the adolescents.
Ignacio Almazan, Executive Director,
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, North Carolina
said that unbiased data should be made available listing the harmful
impacts of using pot. The group plans to would advocate the same to the
public.
He said that until the people are not
educated of the adverse impact, it will not be easy to oppose usage.
Moreover, they are not in favor of pot use among teenagers but the
decision has to be made by the people themselves.
NIDA Research On Drug Consumption
Meanwhile, another research initiated by
the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has indicated that almost
15% school-going kids from Grade 8 have consumed marijuana and 1% is
into the daily consumption of the drug.
This can have quite a negative impact on
the society as the drug use has been related to a sense of relaxation
in the beginning but can end into depression, stress, panic, distrust
and other cognitive disabilities that can do a lasting damage. The age
and dosage were an important factor to be considered when decided on the
pros and cons of pot usage in the society for purposes other than the
medicinal use of the drug.
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