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    1 in 10 users of marijuana will develop an addiction

    Marijuana, also known as cannabis, is a commonly used drug that can cause both short-term and long-term damage to an individual’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

    The Truth About Marijuana

    According to the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Science, 17% of people who try cocaine become dependent. In comparison, 23% who try heroin become dependent, and 15% who try alcohol.  

    Approximately half of Americans, some 78 million people, claimed to have used marijuana at some point in their lifetime.

    Marijuana use has been linked to an increased risk of psychosis, including schizophrenia, especially in individuals who start using at a young age

    Long-term marijuana use can lead to respiratory problems, memory impairment, and other cognitive changes

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