John P. Deam
In response to a recent Other Voices regarding "facts about marijuana," I agree with much of what Mr. Reynolds has to say.
I'm
not a psychologist, but I've read a lot over the years. Most humans (as
well as some animals) will find ways to alter their consciousness. They
will also almost invariably seek pleasure and avoid pain.
Marijuana is
impossible to overdose oneself to the point of death, unlike opioids,
alcohol, cocaine, morphine, tobacco, etc. — most of which may kill a
user in the short or long run.
The
immediate danger associated with Mary Jane are accidents caused by users
who are high, and we have laws against DUI. To a lesser extent, the
huge dollar amounts associated with the plant tempt criminals, but those
dangers can be negated by smart laws that lower prices/costs.
I
think the greatest long-term danger to society in general from
marijuana is the user's decrease of individual motivation … to do
anything other than lay about, get high and munch. Good parenting and
strict laws should be in place to prevent minors from obtaining this
drug, but like alcohol and tobacco, should be available to adults.
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