Marijuana is the most widely used illegal substance in the United States and the world. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full color illustrations this title examines marijuana as a drug.
Presents a collection of fifteen essays on the history and controversy over marijuana and addresses issues of legalization, the social impact of its use, European laws on its use, and the cultivation of hemp for other purposes.
Examines the dangers of drug use, focusing on the drug marijuana, with information on the physical problems it can cause, why it is so addictive, treatment options, and the dangers of addiction.
Examines the use and abuse of marijuana, the effects of the drug on the body and on society as a whole, its medical uses, and the debate over legalization.
Discusses the history, effects, and treatment of marijuana use, as well as legal matters, medicinal marijuana, and the marijuana industry, and provides a glossary and further reading list.
Presents a drug awareness guide that traces the history of marijuana, describing both its positive and negative effects, and efforts to make the drug legal for medical use.
An overview of marijuana that discusses its history, its uses, its effects on the mind and body as a drug, and laws and controversies regarding marijuana use around the world.
Compares and contrasts the potential harms and legalities of two popular recreational substances--marijuana and alcohol--discusses why marijuana is safer despite laws and social practices directing society toward alcohol, and also examines myths about marijuana.
