Cannabis

Cannabis has a mildly sedative effect, which leads to decreased blood pressure, increased appetite, feelings of relaxation, mild intoxication and increased sociability.

People who smoke the drug usually feel its effects within minutes and they may last up to three hours. The effect is delayed when eating or drinking the drug so that it last longer and may be more difficult to control.

Cannabis may impair short-term memory and affects body coordination.

First-time users may feel confused and distressed and anxiety, panic and suspicion are not uncommon side effects. High doses can cause coma, but there are no records of fatal overdose. Heavy use can lead to confusion, aggravate existing mental disorders and sap energy.
 
Long-term use of cannabis can cause lung cancer, bronchitis and other respiratory disorders associated with smoking. People may become both physically and psychologically addicted to cannabis. Studies also show that regular, heavy use of the drug may cause nerve damage and affect learning.

See our Doctor Charles Triay talk about Cannabis 

http://www.videojug.com/interview/drugs-3#how-dangerous-is-marijuana  

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