The
side-effects of marijuana use are still highly debated today. For
non-weed users, effects would only be limited to addiction and
respiratory problems, but the reality of its side-effect cuts deep.
Dry mouth, dizziness, and an increase of
appetite are some of the commonly reported side-effects of cannabis
use. However, there is a more severe impact of weed to the body that
everyone should learn to understand and accept.
For starters, the memory of an individual is highly affected by the constant use of marijuana. A 2011 study revealed that memory impairment is more severe in teenagers, which could have lasting effects.
Apart from memory issues, an ongoing
chronic use of cannabis also affects the intelligence of an individual.
According to a study, on average, an eight-point IQ loss of individuals
between 13 to 38 years old are experienced.
The dangerous side-effects of marijuana
do not only affect the user itself. For pregnant women who use cannabis
during pregnancy could also affect the development of their child.
Smoking, much more of weed, is never
advisable for pregnant women. If continually done, the brain and
behavioral development of the child could be at risk.
Meanwhile, the risk of increased
physical side-effects of marijuana use is still being highlighted by
experts. To name a few, liver and testicular cancer are some of the
potential side-effects.
Moreover, respiratory diseases and lung
diseases could also be the potential side-effect of smoking cannabis.
According to the American College of Cardiologists report,
"using marijuana raises the risk of stroke and heart failure even after
accounting for demographic factors, other health conditions and
lifestyle risk factors such as smoking and alcohol use."
Seeing that, it is highly advisable to
manage one's addiction to the use of weed. Continuous cannabis smoking,
although may have a momentary feel-good effect, it would inevitably harm
the body in the long run.
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