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Marijuana - Drug or Balm?, 2006.
A discussion whether marijuana should be declared legal for therapeutic purposes in America.
1,602 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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The paper explains that there are negative marijuana studies which explain how marijuana enters the blood stream and acts on the brain and the nervous system. The paper explains that marijuana helps relieve certain medical conditions and cites instances in which this is the case. The writer discusses that there has been campaigning for medical marijuana to be available to those who need it, with a prescription. The writer discusses the differing opinions as to whether marijuana is addictive or not and explains that at this time, there are no conclusive results. The writer states that studies show that marijuana is experimented with by children under the age of 14. In summation, the writer states that it is not important to lay blame on the reason why marijuana is being used by young children, but rather to correct the factors that lead young people to lose themselves in the euphoric effect of hemp.
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"There are negative marijuana studies which explain how marijuana enters the blood stream and acts on the brain and the nervous system. Marijuana alters perception of reality, distorting the way the user's awareness works. It also tends to distort the sense of time, space, and even self. Of course, the argument about marijuana leading to greater dependency is still an on-going effort. It is a proven fact, however, that, even after just one use, marijuana chemicals may be found in the brain 3 to 6 weeks later and can be detected in drug screening. "In some instances it has been proved that marijuana is truly beneficial for some patients, and the government seems to be adamant about not allowing so-called "medical marijuana" to be used. In San Francisco, there were "cannabis clubs" which had also sprouted in Los Angeles, only for those (AIDS and other chemotherapy patients) for whom marijuana was the most effective easing of discomfort and pain. "To those who are convinced that marijuana can "hook" you, "Marijuana has been ranked with caffeine in addictiveness potential- considerably lower than alcohol, nicotine or cocaine." (Fortgang, p. 111)"
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The Legalization of Marijuana, 2001.
A research paper that gives a detailed overview on the legalization of marijuana, an analysis of its medical uses and an insight into laws surrounding the controversy.
2,305 words (approx. 9.2 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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This paper is an in-depth look at why marijuana's use for medical application is a purpose important enough to legalize the substance with pharmaceutical control by the government. The author examines scientific and historical background of marijuana, and the lack of public information on marijuana.
Outline
Medical marijuana use.
Ancient use of marijuana
Marijuana used for religion and other things.
Facts about marijuana.
Research on marijuana's potential abuse.
Lack of public information on marijuana
?Legal? drugs abuse
Media hype of marijuana
Ethnic tendency towards abuse
Marijuana and cancer chemotherapy
Marijuana and AIDS
Other medical uses of marijuana
Enough medical research.
Cannabis research
AIDS patients and marijuana.
Medical marijuana activists
Voters in favor of legalizing marijuana in many states.
Positive medical applications of cannabis.
Many countries have legalized medicinal marijuana.
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"Marijuana has been known for centuries and played a significant role in human history, being used for religious ceremonies, rope, medicine and recreation, among other registered uses. An enormous amount of hypothesis has been developed concerning other uses, or consequences of using dope. Mythologies from many countries speak of numberless gods and deids. It is possible many of these gods were imagined or seen by shaman or oracles that were under the influences of drugs. Cannabis use was mentioned in the fours Vedas (from India), one of the oldest religious manuscripts (Harrison, 70). Such Reginald Campbell and R Everett offer a general overview of marijuana in Substance Abuse in Workplace: ? The most common form of marijuana found in the U.S. is Cannabis Sativa... There are about 421 known chemicals in the plant... but the active chemical is believed to be the tetrahydro-cannabinols (THC), oils possessing physiological activity... Some symptoms of marijuana intoxication include confusion, euphoria, hallucinations, hunger, red eyes, ego-inflation, dry mouth, excessive laughing and coma? (42-43). Marijuana intoxication is said to last two to three hours, but the ingredient delta-9-tetrahydro -cannabinol can accumulate in brain and testes tissues (Hubbard, Franco, Onaivi, 1999). Marijuana, pot or weed, among other names, has a variety of practical uses. Hemp is used to built cords and even clothing. There are a number of websites on the Internet that offer a variety of products made out of hemp. Sadly, it is to blame that such a helpful herb be considered illegal due to the bad nature and unconsciousness of humans."
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Marijuana, 2002.
An insight into the drug marijuana and a discussion of whether recreational marijuana use is no more dangerous than smoking cigarettes.
1,643 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper examines the drug marijuana, generally disapproved of for causing lethargy and memory loss, which shares tobacco?s propensity for causing lung cancer and it is widely and safely used by a significant percentage of America?s population. It provides a history of the drug use in America and the fight against it over the years as well as its legality throughout the country. It analyses the dangers of smoking marijuana through various literature reviews and studies. It puts forward a research design to measure the hypothesis that recreational marijuana use is no more dangerous than smoking cigarettes in quantities that constitute normal use among Americans by looking at both American and Dutch populations.
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"The amount of money the United States spends ?fighting? drug use every year is in the range of 35-40 billion dollars, equal to the annual budget of Russia. This herculean effort has met with little success; the Economist article reports that almost a third of Americans over 12 years of age admit to having tried drugs at some point, while over 26 million admit to having used drugs within the past year. Three fourths of all drug users in the United States are marijuana smokers."
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The Legalization of Marijuana, 2008.
A strong argument that the ban on marijuana is illogical, hence marijuana should be legalized.
1,183 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper offers three main reasons for the legalization of marijuana. The paper discusses its useful medicinal qualities that can relieve the suffering of many people and argues that the war on drugs is not working and is a waste of money. The paper contends further that banning marijuana violates the human rights of sick people. The paper claims that marijuana is banned for reasons that have more to do with history and politics than with any innate harmfulness.
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"Marijuana has proven medical applications, and it is therefore time that Canada legalizes marijuana for medicinal purposes. Indeed, it seems that the medical value of marijuana is indisputable, as there are extremely reputable scientific testimonies in favour of the medical use of marijuana. For example, Lynn Zimmer, Ph.D. (associate professor of sociology at Queens College, University of New York) and John P. Morgan, M.D. (professor of pharmacology at the University of New York Medical School), conducted a metastudy utilizing every existing academic research paper on the medical properties of marijuana."
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Marijuana Use, 2007.
This paper is an extensive review and evaluation of scientific literature relating to the effect of marijuana use on cognitive functioning.
11,160 words (approx. 44.6 pages), 82 sources, APA, $ 219.95
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This paper explains that the study of marijuana and its effects on memory has been characterized by a lack of standardization, which makes it difficult to find any conclusive results. The author states that research has confirmed the generalization that marijuana impedes the brain's ability to encode messages for long term memory storage; however, there were wide differences as to the amount or duration of THC (9-tetrahydrocannabinol) that was necessary to cause permanent damage. The paper relates that both early and later studies did not control for co-morbidity, which is a serious fault because marijuana is often the entrance path to more serious and more lethal compounds, such as alcohol use, cocaine, methamphetamines and other drugs.
Table of Contents:
How Marijuana Acts on the Brain
Marijuana and Memory
Marijuana and Verbal Learning
Marijuana and Visuospatial Recall
Marijuana and Long Term Memory
Marijuana Use and Consistent Long Term Retrieval
Marijuana Use and Delayed Recall
Marijuana Use on Attention and Concentration
Marijuana Use on Information Processing Speed
Marijuana Use on Semantic Retrieval
A History of Marijuana Use and Its Future
Neurotoxicity
Imaging Studies and Marijuana
Other Concerns and Developments
Cognitive Deficits and Daily Functioning
Future Research
Conclusions
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"These studies indicate that regardless of the time spent smoking over one's lifetime, the effects of use stop after the 28th day. Cognitive functions have the ability to heal, but it is not known it they will ever return to their levels before marijuana use began. However, this cannot be completely attributed to marijuana use and there are many variables, such as age that could account for such a decline as well. The most important thing is that improvement can be made if the person remains marijuana free for at least 28 days. This research represents a major breakthrough in understanding ..."
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Marijuana on College Campuses, 2004.
An overview of the problem of marijuana use and abuse on campuses across America and the debate surrounding the decriminalization of this drug.
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 56.95
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The use of marijuana on college campuses is one of the most contentious issues facing the academic world today. Marijuana is widely used within American society, despite widespread anti-drug lobbies and prevention campaigns. This paper shows that the effects of marijuana have been said to include effects on memory, negative social effects and health effects like cancer, immune damage, and respiratory problems. Additionally, anti-marijuana groups often point to marijuana as a ?gateway? drug and note that marijuana use can potentially be dangerous while driving. The paper shows, however, in contrast, many scientists contend that marijuana is largely misunderstood and may have many positive medical uses. Given this debate, it becomes difficult to determine how marijuana use should be regulated or prevented, especially given the stunning inability of current approaches to stop the growth of marijuana use among young people. The paper shows that decriminalization of the drug is one likely candidate, coupled with stiff penalties for driving under the influence of marijuana or selling marijuana to children. The complexities of the political, social, and scientific aspects of this debate ensure that the problem of marijuana use on college campuses will not be easily solved.
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"Many scientists and drug experts argue that marijuana is a deeply misunderstood drug. In fact, Rosenthal, Kubby, and Newhart argue that marijuana is "one of the most benign substances known to man." They suggest that the current criminalization of marijuana came from needlessly worried parents and liquor and pharmaceutical companies that were worried about losing market share. They argue that most of the evidence against marijuana is either misinterpreted or false. Further, they argue that the government's anti-drug policy is driven by political and social reasoning, rather than any strong scientific evidence of the dangers of marijuana use (Rosenthal, Kubby, and Newhart). Further, Earleywine and Marlatt provide some convincing evidence that marijuana use does not impair the grade of college students who use the drugs."
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Legalizing Marijuana, 2007.
A persuasive argument for the legalization of marijuana.
1,813 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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The paper contends that legalizing marijuana makes sense for a variety of reasons. The paper explains that economically, the country could benefit from a tax on marijuana and many areas of law enforcement would be freed up for other duties if marijuana was legalized. The paper also argues that those who want to use the drug for medicinal purposes would not break the law if marijuana were legalized. The paper looks at how marijuana use is common and legal in some other countries and maintains that this has been without any serious social consequences. The paper presents the arguments against legalization but refutes the claims mentioned.
Outline:
The Economics of Marijuana
Marijuana and the Criminal Justice System
Medicinal Marijuana
Arguments Against Legalization
Marijuana in Other Countries
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"Legalizing marijuana has created a heated debate in the United States for decades. Proponents believe marijuana is a relatively harmless drug, at least on par with alcohol, and should be decriminalized. Opponents believe marijuana is harmful, and can lead to addiction to more dangerous drugs, such as heroin and cocaine. Several other countries, including the Netherlands, have open marijuana laws that allow consumption in cafes and certain other legal locations, and the results in these countries have been positive. Legalizing marijuana is controversial, but it makes sense for a number of compelling reasons."
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Marijuana and Quality of Life, 2007.
This paper discusses the use of marijuana as it relates to the quality of life.
2,738 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 41 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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In this article, the writer notes that academic literature contains an abundant amount of material on the effects of marijuana use. The writer notes that there are many areas in which researchers are in agreement, such as the connection between marijuana use and cognitive impairment. However, there are other areas that are more controversial, such as the connection between marijuana use and mental illness. The writer maintains that regardless of the side that you are on in this debate, there is a concern over the effects of marijuana use on a person's quality of life. This essay addresses literature regarding four areas affecting the quality of life. It addresses marijuana use and general well-being, interpersonal relationships, occupational activities, organizational activities, and leisure activities.
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Literature Review
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On General Well-Being
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Interpersonal Relationships
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Occupational Activities
The Effects Of Marijuana Use On Organizational Activities
The Effects of Marijuana Use On Leisure And Recreational Activities
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"These studies add weight to the argument that marijuana uses decreases a person's sense of general well-being. The argument is supported by single-researcher longitudinal studies with large sample population. It is also supported by studies that attempted to isolate the dependent variable and to control for confounding variables. The evidence is overwhelming. Many studies were found to support the correlation between marijuana use and the development of psychotic disorders."
"It has been argued that a person's genetics and predisposition towards psychotic behavior are more important than marijuana use. However, it was found that an analysis of 2,437 subjects with a genetic predisposition for psychotic illness, those that smoked marijuana still had an increased risk of developing psychotic illness, when compared to those that did not."
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Benefits of Ending Marijuana Prohibition, 2007.
A discussion of the advantages of ending prohibitions on marijuana use.
1,039 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the benefits of ending marijuana prohibition. The paper explains that the law regarding marijuana is ambiguous in some cases, and there are discrepancies between the federal prohibition with a minimum mandatory sentence, and the individual state laws, which allow marijuana use under some circumstances. The paper points out that America's jails are filed with nonviolent drug offenders of all types, but marijuana users are the majority. The writer believes that the end of marijuana prohibition will have to include several precautionary measures, however, in order to be acceptable. The writer then looks at how marijuana would have to be heavily taxed in order to keep the price at or above current black market prices, as this would discourage an increase in the amount of marijuana use. The writer points out that people still use marijuana, even though it's illegal and people who abuse a drug should not speak for the majority. The writer concludes that alcohol abuse is a major problem in our country, yet alcohol remains legal so, if strictly regulated, marijuana can also be enjoyed recreationally and responsibly, just like alcohol.
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"Marijuana is a psychoactive drug that alters the user's mind. It slows a person's reaction time, and impairs one's ability to drive a vehicle. Children should not use it, because it is harmful to health and there is a risk among users of a psychological and/or a physical dependence being developed. Currently, marijuana is classified as an illegal narcotic by the federal government. There are different laws, state to state, that dictate the penalties for use, distribution, sales, and possession of this illegal drug. However, it is the right of every consenting adult citizen of this country to smoke cigarettes, which are also harmful to health and cause addiction. Adults are also allowed to drink alcohol, which impairs the user to a much more dangerous degree than marijuana does. So why is marijuana illegal? "
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Marijuana and Depression, 2007.
An analysis of the effects of marijuana use on depression.
1,843 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 24 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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The objective of this paper is to investigate the link between marijuana use and depression with a focus on pointing out previous research findings concerning the effect of marijuana use on depression. Further, the question of whether marijuana use causes depression is addressed and whether marijuana use tends to increase or decrease depression. It also examines instruments used by the researcher in assessing depression levels among marijuana users and addresses the question of whether medical marijuana use among chronically ill patients has been found to reduce depression.
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Objective
Introduction
Studies Show That Marijuana Users Have 'Less' Depression
Teens, Depression and Marijuana
Summary of Literature Reviewed
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"In a study on teens and marijuana use in relation to depression having developed after regular use of marijuana Miki Sofer, writer for the Stanford Daily reports in the article entitled: "Depression and Marijuana: Does Pot Smoking Put You at a Higher Risk for Depression, or Does the Link Work the Other Way?" states that a study which involved individuals who were inexperienced with marijuana use which was conducted by Dr. Michael T. Lynskey and colleagues in the Psychiatry Department at the Washington University Medical School in St. Louis which was a research into the "function of genetic and environmental variables and the relationship between early-onset marijuana use and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). "
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Why Marijuana Should be Legalized, 2007.
This paper offers a cultural argument in favor of the legalization of marijuana.
2,319 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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In this article, the writer argues that marijuana should be legalized. The writer points out that marijuana offers uses across a broad range of categories, including industrial uses, medical uses and recreational uses. The paper argues that the morality of marijuana use must be reconsidered, and although much of the conservative public refuses to accept the numerous benefits of marijuana, drastic change is needed. The writer notes that although the taboo appears to be lessening as the medical use of marijuana is slowly being recognized, thanks to the acceptance by respected neurologists for instance, the moral disdain for marijuana, in particular for its recreational use, should be disregarded. The writer concludes that without even getting into the relatively low level of danger in marijuana and the resources that would be saved and accumulated by marijuana's legalization, the potential value from the uses speak for itself as a clear argument in favor of legalization.
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"This is an unacceptable reason for the criminalization of such a valuable drug that is less dangerous than countless other drugs currently available to the public, including alcohol, poisons, and even over the counter painkillers. The morality of marijuana must be reconsidered, and although much of the conservative public refuses to accept the numerous benefits of marijuana, drastic change is needed. We as a society are nearing towards acceptance of marijuana as its value is becoming recognized and it is currently legal in some places for medicinal purposes. Thus the medicinal purposes have been recognized by some of our lawmakers, but it needs to be recognized by all. Furthermore, marijuana offers benefits that exceed just its medicinal benefits, such as the aforementioned industrial value and recreational value. Its recreational value is perhaps the most ignored, however it is important. It does not make sense that a drug which offers safer and, to many people, more pleasant recreation than tobacco and alcohol is not legalized. The recreational value of marijuana, which is important to many people even as marijuana is illegal, should be recognized and given the respect it deserves. Similarly, marijuana is a plant and has industrial values which are ignored, as currently only marijuana's medicinal values are given credence. This reflects the general sentiment, which although much of the population of Western nations has tried the drug, that it is immoral, wasteful, and dangerous to use."
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Legalization of Marijuana, 2005.
This paper compares two opposing websites presenting their sides of the controversy surrounding the legalization of marijuana for medicinal benefits.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper explains that the website published by the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) supports the medical use of marijuana; however, the American government website, which states the White House Drug Policy opposes the issue. The author points out that the MMP website states that for thousands of years, marijuana has been used to treat a wide variety of ailments and cites evidence that marijuana is one of the safest therapeutically active substances known; however, the White House-sponsored site supports the government position of outlaw this use except in very rare cases because they feel that marijuana presents health problems. The paper states that, although it is difficult to determine whether marijuana will be approved for medical use at the federal level in the near future, several states, including California, already do allow marijuana for medical use and several other states initiatives are underway; MPP relates that a states' rights policy toward medical marijuana is likely to pass in Congress, not necessarily because of clear scientific evidence but because of the Constitutional law regarding states' rights.
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"A third marijuana-related topic discussed on both the White House and the MPP websites is the gateway effect. The MPP cites numerous evidence that "There is no evidence that marijuana serves as a stepping stone on the basis of its particular physiological effect," and "instead, the legal status of marijuana makes it a gateway drug." In fact, the White House admits that "a direct cause and effect relationship between marijuana use and subsequent use of other drugs is hard to prove." At the same time, the White House tries to convince readers that adults who were early marijuana users were more likely to have used cocaine, heroine, and other drugs. Both websites offer a balanced viewpoint on the gateway drug issue, but the MPP makes a more convincing argument."
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Marijuana, the Forbidden Medicine, 2001.
A detailed look at the uses of Marijuana.
2,065 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 7 sources, $ 65.95
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An in-depth look at the history and usage of medical Marijuana. The author looks at marijuana usage in different cultures for different medical conditions.
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"Marijuana is the common name for a drug comprised of the leaves and flowering tops of the Indian hemp plant, cannabis sativa, which can be smoked or eaten for unique feelings. The active ingredient of marijuana, known as tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is concentrated in the flowering tops of the Indian hemp plant. In the USA, the legality of marijuana, found to be medically useful by some, has been a controversial topic for decades (Nahas 1)."
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Medicinal Marijuana, 2002.
An analysis of pros and cons of marijuana as a medicinal drug, written in speech format.
1,642 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the legalization of marijuana and discusses current federal laws regarding the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes, and whether or not these laws conflict with current medical and psychological research done on the effects of marijuana. Some believe that marijuana is one substance that can relieve many of the symptoms experienced by those who suffer from chronic or severe illnesses more effectively than most medicines now on the market. It examines research done on this topic before advocating a change in public policy regarding marijuana usage.
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"On the other hand, the Institute of Medicine also identifies many health-related costs of smoking marijuana (Watson et al., 2000). Marijuana smoke is associated with a greater risk of lung damage, cancer, and birth defects (Watson et al., 2000). Additionally, the American Heart Association conducted studies of how marijuana affects cardiac function, and found that marijuana use in middle age and in elderly persons increases risk of heart attack 4.8 times for the duration of an hour after smoking (Lewis, Maclure, Sherwood, & Muller, 2000). These researchers are not sure if it is the marijuana itself or other components, such as carbon monoxide, that cause these effects (Lewis et al., 2000). "
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Marijuana Reform, 2006.
An analysis of why the marijuana reform failed during the 1970s.
5,441 words (approx. 21.8 pages), 23 sources, APA, $ 133.95
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During the 1960s it is estimated that nearly 45 million Americans used marijuana at least once. This paper attempts to determine why, with so many people using the drug, the fight for legalization in the 1970s was so unsuccessful. It looks at how between the public's mistrust in the government due to Vietnam and political scandals, the lack of evidence that marijuana had any significant harms and the advent of NORML (National Organization For Reform Of Marijuana Laws) and other advocacy groups the marijuana movement, by all estimates should have had greater success. In order to determine the reason for its unsuccessful conclusion, the paper closely examines the public debate over marijuana during the 1970s, the effects NORML had on public sentiment and President Nixon and President Carter's stance on marijuana and their relationships with the reform movement.
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"Until the 1960's most Americans listened to the propaganda the government stated about the harms of marijuana. Much of this propaganda aimed at maintaining the drug as one used by marginalized individuals that made them aggressive and crazy. The ad campaigns of the 1920's through the 1950's turned middle class America avidly against the drug. As the times changed so did many people's attitudes. By the time the 1960's approached, a new era of young people began to emerge. This group was much more free thinking and skeptical of the government. Unlike the parents of many 1960's youth, who had been through a depression and a World War, this new generation was less reliant on government assistance and information. "
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