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Legalizing Marijuana at the Federal Level - Coggle Diagram
Legalizing Marijuana at the Federal Level
Distributors and growers abiding by state law would
not have to worry about being arrested federally.
Federal departments could focus efforts and funding on more lethal drugs.
Possibly easier access for minors to use cannabis before legal age.
Defiant behavior
Dependence issues
Developmental issues
More states would be able to explore the various uses of cannabis.
Industrial uses
Medical research
Health benefits
Helps many people with seizures, anxiety, PTSD, some cancers, chronic pain, and other medicinal uses.
Recreational use may increase
People who wouldn't normally use might start experimenting
More automobile crashes or other accidents due to intoxication
Use can hasten onset of psychological disorders
Less stigma associated with legitimate reasons for using cannabis.
Cannabis could take the place of some drugs like benzodiazepines, or certain painkillers for some people.
Pharmaceutical companies may get involved with production and distribution.
