Marijuana Consumption among Juvenile in US

Marijuana Consumption among Juvenile in US Name: Course title: Professor: Institution: Date Due: A research conducted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) indicates that marijuana is the most popularly used illegal drug in the society today. This study interestingly noted that juveniles were among the users of this illicit substance. The popularity of the drug is due to the belief by many that marijuana is “agate way drug”. However, the fact is that there are many adverse effects both physical and mental that emanate from the use of this illicit drug. Moreover, its effects are not only on the user but also affect the user’s family members and the society at large (NIDA, 1996). The use of marijuana among the youth has been increasing, owing to its low cost, few risks associated with it, and easy available. It is sad that this harmful commodity is becoming better and easily accessible to any one including juveniles so long as they are able to pay. According to Witmer, (2009) approximately 10000 teens in US undergo treatment for marijuana related risks and dependence every year. Studies have vividly indicated that the earlier juveniles start using marijuana, the more likely they get addicted to it. According to Bonso (1998), peer pressure has to blame for the escalating use of marijuana among the youth. When a teen begins a habit of smoking marijuana, he or she becomes addicted to it and relies on it to solve his or her emotional problems. The consistent use of marijuana subsequently affects a teen’s life course such as school since it becomes cumbersome for such a teen to focus on normal activities. It can also have adverse effects to the teen’s health, hygiene, relationship and so on. This paper will discuss the necessary course of action to curb marijuana intake among the teens. My first step to take will be to create awareness to parents and caregivers on the necessity of being concerned and talking with their children with regard t...