What are the risks of marijuana use?
A “bad trip” If a user becomes too high, he may grow anxious or paranoid, or even hallucinate, especially if he has ingested hashish in food. He may also experience abnormal heart rhythms; cold, trembling hands; nausea and vomiting; and/or a general sense of uneasiness. Some claim that the marijuana on the market these days is stronger than its predecessors (John Walters, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, labels today’s marijuana “Pot 2.0”) which could make adverse reactions more likely. In fact, the Office of National Drug Control Policy reported in May 2009 that marijuana today contains more than twice the level of THC as marijuana samples tested in 1983 — more than doubling its potency. Dangerous driving Driving under the influence of marijuana can be treacherous — due to its effect on reaction time, concentration, and coordination, driving “high” can cause accidents. In the United States, about six to 11 percent of fatal accident victims test positive for TH
