This assignment will be graded on the thoroughness of your responses. Due to the large class size feedback will be provided within a week of submission.
Since the Controlled Substances Act became law and classified marijuana as a schedule one drug, or one that has high abuse potential and no accepted medical use, nearly half the states in the U.S. have legalized marijuana for medical purposes.
Proponents of medical marijuana use argue that:
Marijuana has been used successfully around the world throughout history.
Marijuana can manage and treat cancer, migraines, and other pain ailments.
Marijuana legalization can decrease crime if regulated.
Opponents of medical marijuana use argue that:
Medical marijuana is risky compared to other legal prescription drug treatment options.
Marijuana is addictive and may be a gateway drug.
Marijuana use leads to other health issues.
Consider the following aspects when formulating and posting your initial discussion response.
1. What is meant by gateway substances?
2. What is one example of a gateway substance?
3. What is wrong with assuming that using a gateway substance causes an increased use of other substances?
4. Explain the difference between physical dependence on a drug and psychological dependence on a drug.
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