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The hemp plant appears on earth as early as 2700 BC. European explorers found it  in 1545 and from the 17th century to the mid 20th century it was used for household use like headaches, menstrual cramps and toothaches. Lastly, it was used to "inspire" music artists to create their own music until it became illegal in the United States soon after.

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The use of Marijuana is most commonly used throughout the age group of 18 - 25. Teens are most likely to encounter it or try it at parties, public events or even school.

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As of the 1930's, Marijuana has been illegal in the United States. What this means is that a person who uses it recreationally or sells it is committing a illegal act. There is however Medical Marijuana which is prescribed by a doctor and is legal.

In other countries, it can be used recreationally or even religiously.

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Marijuana effects the cardiovascular and central nervous system in harmful ways. Specifically, it can

increase risk of heart attack

increase risk of developing mental illness

chest pains

weakened immune system

decreased sperm count(males)

lung diseases and cancers

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The user most likely takes the drug to achieve

a high - a state of mind where the mind is not at it's normal state and can feel relaxed

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How is it taken?
It is mostly taken in by inhalation(smoking). This is done by the burning of a Marijuana cigarette, referred to as a joint.

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What does it look like?

Green buds

Sometimes Brown buds

Leaves

Stems

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What is it?
Marijuana is a drug that is highly controlled throughout the world. It has beenillegal in the United since the 1930's, however, as of 2013 roughly1 in 10 Americans reported using the drug at least once.

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It's a Stimulant - A substance that raises levels of physiological  or nervous activity in the brain

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Cannabis

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Weed

Pot

Grass

Dope

Hash

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