"The-Harmful-Effects-Of-Marijuana..."
Harmful-Effects-Of-Marijuana. Really off and yukky to know the facts, however "our destiny is ours to create".
Brain & Central Nervous System
Impaired thinking, Mood, Memory and Coordination
Marijuana (THC) is an extremely powerful and pleasurable intoxicant. It affects, alters and damages brain cells controlling thinking, emotion, pleasure, coordination, mood and memory. The pituitary gland is also damaged which regulates hunger, thirst, blood pressure, sexual behavior, and release of sex hormones.
Clogged synapses, Brain damage and Addiction
Marijuana accumulates in the microscopic spaces between nerve cells in the brain called synapses. This clogging interferes by slowing and impairing transfer of critical information.
Long term use causes the brain to stop production of brain chemicals necessary to feel good - a negative feedback condition. And the user becomes chemically addicted to marijuana.
Heart
Speeds up heartbeat as much as 50%, increases blood pressure, and poses great risk to those with hypertension and heart disease.
Endocrine System
Marijuana damages the network of glands, organs and hormones involved in growth and development, energy levels and reproduction.
Organs and Glands affected
Pituitary Gland
Thyroid Gland
Stomach
Duodenum
Pancreas
Adrenal Glands
Testis
Reproductive System
Males and Females
Marijuana can decrease and degenerate sperm, sperm count, movement, and cause lowered sex drive. Females can have egg damage, suppression of ovulation; disrupt menstrual cycles, and alteration of hormone levels.
Pregnancy and unborn babies
Regular use during pregnancy can lower birth weight and cause abnormalities similar to Fetal Alcohol Syndrome small head, irritability, poor growth and development.
Chromosome damage
Can destroy the number of chromosomes, resulting in cell abnormalities and impaired function.
Other affects on Central Nervous System
Distortions of perception, thinking, and reality
Difficulty in forming concepts and thoughts
Poor concentration
Mental confusion
Loss of motivation
Wide mood swings
Aggression and hostility
Depression, anxiety, and paranoia
Eyes
Sleepy looking, blood shot eyes with dilated pupils
Throat
Irritates membranes of the esophagus, increases chance of developing cancer of larynx and esophagus
Lungs
Significant damage and destruction of the air sacs of the lungs, reducing the lungs ability to bring in oxygen and move carbon dioxide Emphysema. Causes bronchial tubes to be inflamed, thickened, and to produce more mucus; resulting in narrowing of the air passages Chronic Bronchitis
Marijuana smoke has twice as much tar as cigarette smoke cigarette and significantly increases chance of lung cancer, inflammation and infection.
Immune System
Marijuana depresses immune systems ability to protect itself and body against invading bacteria, viruses, chemicals, foreign particles, parasites, fungal microorganisms, infections, and decreases ability to protect and prevent growth of cancer cells throughout the body.
Organs and glands affected
Thymus
Lymph system
Spleen
Stomach
Duodenum
Bone marrow
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