General Article Marijuana facts and fiction

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There are many misconceptions about marijuana which range from the unusual to the potentially dangerous. This article aims to dispel those myths and shows you the reality behind these.

Myth 1: Marijuana is a harmless drug

Fact 1

Small doses or short-term use is unlikely to cause harm but heavy doses or long-term use can lead to addiction. It can also cause physical and psychological damage and worsen existing mental health conditions such as schizophrenia.

It is not as dangerous as heroin...

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