Yall were right about Marijuana getting more addictive/dangerous

[RamsayBolton]

Psychosis, Addiction, Chronic Vomiting: As Weed Becomes More Potent, Teens Are Getting Sick

With THC levels close to 100 percent, today’s cannabis products are making some teenagers highly dependent and dangerously ill.

www.nytimes.com

It wasn’t until 2021, after a half dozen trips to the emergency room for stomach illness, including some hospital stays, that a gastroenterologist diagnosed her with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, a condition that causes recurrent vomiting in heavy marijuana users.

Although recreational cannabis is illegal in the United States for those under 21, it has become more accessible as many states have legalized it. But experts say today’s high-THC cannabis products — vastly different than the joints smoked decades ago — are poisoning some heavy users, including teenagers.

Meanwhile, the average level of CBD — the nonintoxicating compound from the cannabis plant tied to relief from seizures, pain, anxiety and inflammation — has been on the decline in cannabis plants. Studies suggest that lower levels of CBD can potentially make cannabis more addictive.

Another study, published in 2021 in JAMA Psychiatry, reported that, in 1995, only 2 percent of schizophrenia diagnoses in Denmark were associated with marijuana use, but by 2010 that figure had risen to 6 to 8 percent, which researchers associated with increases in the use and potency of cannabis.

It's more relevant for teens/people with developing brains, but last I checked your brain develops until 25

“The younger you are, the more vulnerable your brain is to developing these problems,” Dr. Levy said.
Youths are also more likely to become addicted when they start using marijuana before the age of 18, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Furthermore, there is growing evidence that cannabis can alter the brain during adolescence, a period when it is already undergoing structural changes. Until more is known, researchers and clinicians recommend postponing cannabis use until later in life.

 

[analog]

My old ass in the clear so I can keep popping them edibles nightly

 

[tuckgod]

Ain’t nobody up here under 25

 

[Yzak]

It's the pgr weed, that dense non fluffy garbage will give you headaches and a short high

 

[Positive Poster]

Marijuana was never good for you

Whilst you may think you’re in control when you do it, just think: “would I want my mother or younger brother and sister smoking this stuff?” Surely not if you care about them, then don’t you care about yourself?

It’s fun appreciating life with a fully sober mind

 

[Elim Garak]

I don't smoke but not with the anti weed propaganda lol. I can see how it could cause issues with development though.

 

[Black Mamba]

im rn eh eh eh
Nice homemade tincture

 

[Taco]

The weed market is catering towards tourist, and or casual smokers. This means concentrate/carts/edibles/pre-rolls are what's hot. For the most part, you can hide a shytty grow with those products, and many do. Trust me, these "test labs" aint going to save you. I highly suggest doing some research and sticking with reputable brands. You might pay a little more, but health is wealth.

 

[RamsayBolton]

I don't smoke but not with the anti weed propaganda lol. I can see how it could cause issues with development though.

Ain’t nobody up here under 25

The article focused on impact for teens, but that doesn't change the points about THC and CBD content

Article also somewhat balanced pointing out negatives while showing examples of moderating THC content in legal weed states

Although cannabis is legal for recreational use in 19 states and Washington, D.C., and for medical use in 37 states and D.C., only Vermont and Connecticut have imposed caps on THC concentration. Both ban concentrates above 60 percent, with the exception of pre-filled cartridges, and do not permit cannabis plant material to exceed 30 percent THC. But there is little evidence to suggest these specific levels are somehow safer.

“In general, we do not support arbitrary limits on potency as long as products are properly tested and labeled,” Bethany Moore, a spokeswoman for the National Cannabis Industry Association, said in a statement. She added that the best way to keep marijuana away from teens is to implement laws that allow the cannabis industry to replace illegal markets, which do not adhere to age restrictions, state-mandated testing or labeling guidelines.

 

[DTXwavey_02]

Ain’t nobody up here under 25

You’d be surprised old man

 

[Matt504]

some of my best smoking was mid blunts.

 

[Frieza666]

lol you know you can’t say anything bad about weed #onhere

 

[Sex Luthor]

I don't smoke but not with the anti weed propaganda lol. I can see how it could cause issues with development though.

It's the user not the medicine. People over do it instead of stopping when they're good.

 

[Dre God]

This new weed def addictive that’s why you supposed to do tolerance breaks.

 

[Germms]

Started smoking at 27. I’m good.