It’s hard to imagine your child would ever try Marijuana or other drugs, but don’t be fooled. Statistics show that half of teens have tried some sort of illicit drug by the time they finish high school. When it comes to marijuana, nearly 11 percent of 8th graders, 24 percent of 10th graders and 32 percent of 12th graders have tried marijuana at least once.
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Many people falsely believe that marijuana is a ‘safe’ drug that is not addictive. The truth is, however, that long-term marijuana abuse — just like any other drug abuse — can cause a variety of health consequences and can result in physical dependence and psychological addiction. If you want to seek treatment for marijuana abuse, you’re not alone. A recent study by the National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that over a million people received treatment for marijuana abuse during their most recent addiction treatment program.
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Marijuana is the most commonly abused drug in the United States. Many people falsely believe that marijuana is a ‘safe’ drug with no adverse health effects. But the truth is that long-term marijuana abuse, just like any other drug abuse, increases the risk of certain physical and mental health consequences, including physical dependence and psychological addiction. In fact, findings from a recent National Survey on Drug Use and Health showed that marijuana had the highest level of dependence or abuse than any other illicit drug. The same study showed that over a million people received treatment for marijuana abuse during their most recent addiction treatment program.
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Marijuana is the most frequently used illegal drug in the United States. Over 30 percent of high school seniors have tried marijuana at least once and nearly 50 percent of teens report that it would be easy for them to get marijuana if they wanted some. Marijuana use impairs memory, decision making and puts teens more at risk for depression, anxiety disorders and risky behavior. By learning what parents should know about marijuana use — including the signs, dangers and facts — you can help prevent marijuana use in your teen.
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What is Marijuana?
Marijuana comes from the hemp plant Cannabis sativa and produces an active chemical called THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). It is the most commonly abused illicit drug in the United States.
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Marijuana is a type of drug, typically smoked, which is illegal in the United States. It is one of the world’s most popularly taken drugs. In fact, approximately 300 million people worldwide take marijuana. Finish reading this article »
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