New England Journal of Medicine· 2014Q1· Review
Adverse Health Effects of Marijuana Use
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- 2014year
Short summary
Contrary to popular belief, marijuana use may pose significant health risks, despite its increasing legalization and perceived harmlessness.
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Key points
- Marijuana use is increasingly viewed as harmless, especially with state-level legalization.
- There is a notable lack of comprehensive study on the harms of marijuana.
- Available information, though limited, indicates potential health concerns.
- Public perception contrasts with emerging concerns about marijuana's safety.
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Abstract
As marijuana use becomes legal in some states, the dominant public opinion is that marijuana is a harmless source of mood alteration. Although the harms associated with marijuana use have not been well studied, enough information is available to cause concern.
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Field: Pharmacology (Medicine)
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