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Cannabis
Long term effects of cannabis
It can cause future memory impairments and impair cognitive abilities (Ashton, 2001; Government of Canada, 2018).
If cannabis is being ingested for long periods of times, it has been shown that this can increase the risk for someone to develop psychological and physical dependence of cannabis, including addiction (Ashton, 2001; Government of Canada, 2018). It is also estimated that 1 in 11 individuals who consume cannabis become addicted, and the chances increase within teenagers to 1 in 6. (Volkow et al., 2014)
Cannabis consumption has been related to an increase risk of impaired driving and accidents, especially when cannabis is being combined with other substances (Ashton, 2001; Government of Canada, 2018).
Short term effects of cannabis
Psychoactive effects. More specifically, makes you feel "high" (Ashton, 2001).
Can reduce stress (Ashton, 2001).
Creates a feeling of relaxation (Ashton, 2001).
Increase sociability (Ashton, 2001).
Can cause a disruption in memory (Ashton, 2001).
Can create a sense of confusion (Ashton, 2001).
Impairs certain abilities such as, concentration, attention span, reaction time and etc (Ashton, 2001).
Can cause anxiety (Ashton, 2001)
Can cause paranoia, hallucination, and delusions (Ashton, 2001).
Can cause ataxia, which is when someone looses coordination of their limbs (Ashton, 2001).
Therapeutic effects of cannabis
Cannabidiol - CBD
Acts as an antidepressant (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Antipsychotic which is helpful for those who suffer from schizophrenia (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Antianxiety which is helpful for those who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
It is neuroprotective and aids those who have Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Anticonvulsant and aids those who suffer from epileptic seizures (Epilepsy) and Dravet Syndrome (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Tetrahydrocannabinol- THC
Stimulates appetite which is very important in cancer patients and those who suffer from HIV and AIDS (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Helps with sleep which is important for those who suffer from insomnia (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Helps decrease pain and relaxes ones muscles (Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
Helps to relax the colon which is important for those who suffer from irritable bowls syndrome (IBS) and have intestinal dysfunctions.(Grotenhermen & Muller-Vahl, 2012; Whiting et al., 2015).
History of legalization of cannabis in Canada
The Canadian government created the Cannabis Act which was combined with Bill C-46 in order to regulate the recreational production, distribution, purchase, and the consumption of cannabis amongst Canadians (Government of Canada, 2018, as cited in, Colley, 2020f).
Cannabis was legalized in Canada on October 17, 2018 (Government of Canada, 2018, as cited in, Colley, 2020f).
(Lowrey-Rasmussen, 2017)
(Medical Cannabis Network, 2019)
(Sullum, 2020)
(Hutchenson, 2018)
(Pietrangelo, 2018)
(Tulasi Healthcare, 2020)
(Docmj, 2019)
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