Does marjuana affect the brain

Answer 1

Weed can kill off certain functions of your brain, causing you to be unable to do certain things, but this only occurs during intoxication and shortly afterwards. The myth that marijuana kills brain cells is a common misconception from inaccurate studies during the 30's by scientists. And THC from pot affects the nerve cells in the part of the brain.

Answer 2

Marijuana contains THC which acts as a neurotransmitter affecting the cannabinoid receptors in the brain. Our brain naturally produces endogenous cannabinoids (endocannabinoids) CB1 and 2-AG which are vital in slowing breathing and heart rate and in general counteract the effects of adrenaline on the body after a fight or flight reaction. A rush of THC from smoking marijuana has the same calming effect, albeit temporary.

There is no chemical difference between Marijuana bought illegally through a black market, and marijuana provided by clinics to be used medicinally, however purchasing anything through a black market carries it's own risks. Likewise smoking marijuana carries the same risks as smoking tobacco or other types of cannabis.

No study has ever shown THC kills brain cells or in any way damages the brain, in fact it simply mimics the effects of neurotransmitters produced by the brain naturally.

Answer 3

Marijuana makes it hard to keep track of time and concentrate. People who use it have difficulty with memory and find it hard to solve problems and learn

Marijuana is earth's most natural therapeutic. It affects different people differently! The above answer suggests that the author does not smoke it. People who use it are sharp and have been able to solve problems whose solutions have been clogged in their brains. Use of Marijuana should be done with controlled intent in order to experience its tremendous benefits, both physically and spiritually! I could go on ...

Answer 4

It offers neuroprotection, meaning it protects nerves and brain cells. There is also some evidence that it may facilitate brain cell development. The US DHS confirms the scientific research that marijuana can be used as a neuroprotectant and antioxidant, it hold the patent to these uses patent no. 6630507

Answer 5

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