Argumentative Essay On Medical Marijuana

In the United States, we have enacted numerous bans and restrictions against certain drugs and substances with the purpose of protecting the general public from their negative effects. On this list of illegal drugs are harmful and addictive substances such as cocaine, methamphetamines, and heroin. A substance called cannabis, also known as marijuana, is also on this list. As of now, it is illegal to buy, sell, possess, or use marijuana in any shape or form in the state of Louisiana. However, due to the advancement of technology and of human perspective and innovation, it has come to light that marijuana could actually be of benefit to our society through its medicinal uses in treating a range of conditions and diseases as well as its possible social benefits in helping individuals stray from heavier drugs by acting as a substitute. Now that the wheels of time are turning and that medical marijuana is becoming a budding industry, the question remains: should marijuana be legal all across the United States of America? With the benefits it could bring with its medical, social, and economic uses, marijuana could be a profitable asset to our society if it were to be legalized, and I believe that we should strive for that outcome.

The medical marijuana debate is an interesting one because there’s such a wide diversity of opinions and views that oppose each other. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency classifies marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug. They consider these drugs to have no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse and to be some of the most dangerous drugs, because they’re highly addictive and may cause severe psychological or physical dependence. Other Schedule 1 drugs include heroin, LSD, ecstasy and meth. Many who are against marijuana believe the drug is dangerous, harmful and feel it should remain illegal.

    According to a survey by pubmed.gov, “92 percent said that medical marijuana alleviated symptoms of their serious medical conditions, including chronic pain, arthritis, migraine, and cancer.” 86 percent of the United States believe that Cannabis has valid medical uses, says statista.com. Definitions.com states that, “medical marijuana refers to the use of cannabis or marijuana, including constituents of cannabis, THC and other cannabinoids, as a physician-recommended form of medicine or herbal therapy.” Medical marijuana should be legalized, because it can be a safe and effective treatment for a plethora of illnesses.

Medical marijuana is an effective form of alternative medication. “The term medical marijuana refers to using the whole unprocessed marijuana plant or its basic extracts to treat a disease or symptom. (is Marijuana Medicine?)”

Medical marijuana is one of the most controversial and discussed topics that has been brought many arguments in the United States. Although medical marijuana remains illegal under the federal law, 21 states and Washington, DC allowed the use of it ("The Lesser of Two Evils: The Argument for Medical Marijuana Use in Children”, 2013). Advocates say that marijuana has medical benefits and should be legal, while opponents believe that it has a “high potential for abuse” (Medical) and should remain illegal. Among all of the arguments, proponents have represented a strong

reason is that it can be a potential abuse and it is also not FDA approved. The NIDA stated that “recent data shows that 30% of those that use medical marijuana have some degree of marijuana disorder (such as an addiction)” (National Institute of Drugs). Some states even believe that since it was classified in the controlled substance abuse it should stay that way and not be changed because there is proof of addiction and it is not good for your body.

All of America should be concerned about this situation because it effects the economy of agriculture and medical industries. The production of hemp could be an alternative and more sustainable way than our current method of deforestation. Medical marijuana may be a safer and better alternative to some of the drugs on the market today. The audience for this paper will be for people who want to stand-up for themselves and not to just believe what people say not even myself but to go out and find out for themselves the effects these plants can have for our country, economy, and our planet as a whole. Voters, protestors, and anybody in politics need to read the important information to

When people hear the word marijuana, they often think of a gateway drug. Marijuana has been one of the top misunderstood “drug” there have been and will probably remain on being a misunderstood “drug”. Should marijuana be legalized? This has been a controversial question for a long time now. Marijuana should be legalized. Not only is marijuana beneficial to many people but it can even have an impact in our future. Marijuana should be legalized because it can help bring more money to the country, it is beneficial in the medical industry, and it is safer to use than other legal drugs.

Morgan Freeman, a well known actor who has played the voice of God not once but twice, supports the legalization of marijuana not only for both its recreational and medical uses. Many people are having problems with this idea because they think that we, as a people, are going to send the wrong message to our young people. In my own opinion I believe that recreational marijuana should be used as it has many uses such as helping the economy, providing jobs, opening a person’s mind, helping with depression and stress, as well as unlocking creativity.

The use of Medical Marijuana is a widely argued and criticized issue that is at the forefront of issues affecting our community and lives in this day and age. During my search for and against the use and legalization of Marijuana, I have been able to find extensive research which either supports or opposes the belief that Medical Marijuana should be an available option for medical treatment and the recreational use of it. I have committed myself to maintain an open mind while researching both the pro and con on the use of Marijuana, and have concluded that Medical Marijuana should be available for use. As for my opinion on the recreational use of Marijuana I have yet to decide whether it should be legal.

law. In the state of Wyoming any person found using or under the influences of marijuana is

With the proper use , Marijuana can have several benefits, as an alternative medicine to prescriptions. Marijuana has been thought of as a harmful plant that can hurt people's lives and is imagined to be nothing more than another problem in today’s society. However, based on its enlargement value and medical benefits, cannabis has proven to exceed its negatives with several other positives.The history of marijuana goes all the way back to 2700 BC., usually used for pleasure, ceremonies, and medicine.

Generally, on one side of the argument, people feel that the use of medical marijuana would cause problems in the hospital system. Supporters are generally concerned with the addictive nature and abuse of prescribed

The dispute regarding weed, more formally known as Cannabis Sativa, has been a topic of discussion throughout the years as people can’t seem to come to a conclusion about it. One side of the argument claims that people are addicted to this drug and its destroying brain cells of the users, and other people claim it not to be as overbearing as other drugs and it is harmless to use. Upon further research the answer is simple. Weed indeed proves to be beneficial and should not be prohibited or illegal. Society shames Cannabis smokers because it is inhaled the same way as tobacco, and those that are against it have developed the notion that it is bad for people’s health.

Imagine you are a mother or father of an epileptic child waking up day after day watching your child suffering with uncontrollable seizures, sometimes over 30 times a day. The physician prescribes more and more medication to help alleviate the seizures to no avail. Or you are a patient suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder where medications only make symptoms worse or does not give and relief. Now visualize a cancer patient undergoing chemotherapy having nausea and nonstop vomiting. The patient is losing weight and has no appetite. The prescriptions given by the physician have no impact on the patient. Wouldn’t you like to have an alternative form of relief? Some patients have found that relief with the use of medical marijuana.