Substance Abuse: Marijuana, Alcohol, and Other Drugs

Substance Abuse
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Substance Abuse
Marijuana
Marijuana is one of the most used drugs in the United States and worldwide. Different populations, especially young adults consume it. There has been intensive debate on whether the drug's normalization and medicalization can be used to promote social transformation. For instance, more states in the United States are continuously legalizing the drug due to medical aspects and advantages. Besides, based on numerous emotional, psychological, and physical benefits of marijuana and alcohol, I firmly believe they are not gateway drugs due to unsubstantiated support. Instead, there are critical neurobiological aspects making marijuana a reliable drug. Marijuana's active ingredients promote the growth of brain cells (Sahlem & Sherman, 2021). The process is also defined as neurogenesis which is fundamental for the brain's health. It enhances The CB1 responsible for creating new neurons. The process is also significant in adult and embryonic neurogenesis. Traditionally, it was believed that adults do ...