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    Another myth surrounding the use of the plant is on dependence. Marijuana invokes an image of people getting “high” and having problems abstaining from the substance. This is untrue. Solomon (1966) clearly states that marihuana users do not come from the criminal class. Aggressiveness is not commonly seen among these users. Dependence or tolerance is characterized by prominent withdrawal symptoms. This is the true hallmark or defining characteristic of drug addiction. In the recent years, there is

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    In the United States of America it is illegal to sell, possess or use marijuana. In the United States of America it is legal to sell, possess and use marijuana. So which is it? Illegal or legal? The answer is both. The subject of marijuana is a current widespread, ever evolving hot topic of debate with seemingly opposing Federal and State laws. When I was a young child, I distinctly remember being shown a movie called “Reefer Madness.” Watching the movie was suppose to scare you and leave a prolonged

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    Early Marijuana Uses The use of marijuana plants is believed to have begun as early as 2737 B.C., though it was likely used long before the first written reference was discovered. The first text to mention marijuana was found in China and focused on it's medicinal properties. It was used to treat a host of conditions such as malaria, dysenterry, gout, forgetfulness and insomnia. Evidence suggests that recreational use of the plant originated in India and Persia at some point during the 12th century

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    Exclusive Organic Marijuana Delivery, Los Angeles If once in life you have smoked a joint or eaten a pot of brownie, know that it is not only you as many people especially in America have tried marijuana at one point in their lives. Marijuana that is not naturally grown, chemical free and unlegalized is very harmful to human health. Rare usage of this substance is not harmful, but when it gets into your system, then it can affect both your mind and body. Marijuana is grown from a hemp plant known

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    Why Marijuana Should Not Be Legalized in the United States Introduction: I wish you could have seen my friend Ali; the most intelligent guy I’ve ever seen. It was the first year at King Fahad University, which is considered to be the best and hardest university in the Middle East. He used to get straight A’s in all of his classes with little effort. He was the smartest. However, after a while, he started to skip classes and his grades dropped. He was not the Ali I knew. Later, I found out that

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    when they think of Marijuana, better known as weed, think of partying and having fun. Some may even think of the pharmaceutical uses of this herb but very few people truly know the destructive capabilities of this drug. Marijuana has been known to cause a multitude of harmful effects to not only the brain of the user but their body as well. Marijuana can even cause these damaging effects to those simply around the user of this drug. It is true that some medical uses for marijuana have been discovered

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    Eric's part Introduction (hook)Vote for amendment 2! Which means to let marijuana be legal for the use of medical purpose only. (background)This is only legal in half or more states, in the united states. Medical marijuana is a drug that can cure many things and can help out with disorders and many more. (Thesis)This will be about how medical marijuana is better than prescription drugs by, how it helps people get over anxiety, that it is proven to kill cancer inside the body, and how it is legal

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    Your medical marijuana card may be the key to improved health, but it's not a free pass. It comes with responsibilities and rules you must follow in order to keep it. It's also not a guarantee of access. Here are five facts you need to know about your medical marijuana card. Cards Expire Your medical marijuana card expires and must be renewed. How often you need to renew varies by state. Californians must renew their card every year while those in New Jersey must renew only every two years. Marijuana

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    HEALTH BENEFITS OF MARIJUANA: MUST READ The home to the University of Colorado, Boulder is sited some 25 miles northwest from Denver and sits at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. Boulder has developed into a city full of life and well-known for its natural beauty and healthy daily life. Another reason for which Boulder is famous for is weeds, which are sold for both recreational and medicinal purposes. Pot has only been legalised recently and therefore, a lot of us do not know that weed actually

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    Marijuana Here We Come! Should marijuana be legalized? Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is currently an illegal recreational herb or substance in Canada with some exceptions to government authorized dispensaries for medical use. Legalization means its legal but with regulations in place. Cigarettes are legal but have many regulations on how they are made, how they are packaged, how they are sold and even used. Legalization of marijuana ensures regulations are put in place for the wellbeing of all

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