Why do people use cannabis?

Exploring reasons behind cannabis use, its impact on youths, and strategies to handle its use effectively.

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Understanding Why People Use Cannabis Cannabis, often referred to as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant used for medical or recreational purposes. The use of cannabis is widespread, with a significant number of people worldwide, including teenagers, partaking for various reasons. The Historical and Cultural Background of Cannabis Use To fully understand why people use cannabis, it's essential to look at its history. Cannabis has been used for thousands of years, not only for its psychoactive effects but also for medicinal, spiritual, and industrial purposes. Ancient texts from India mention its use in religious...
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