How Many Consider Smoking Pot a Bad Thing?

[Twilightofidols]

Originally Posted by HeartNSoul

If weed is not dangerous, why do people smoke it and risk to go to jail and pay money for?

There are many postings and websites who mention it is harmless. Like the cigarette industries trying to sell cigarettes or the alc industry selling alc.

A drug is a drug. It can change your decision making.

The greatest danger marijuana poses to one's health, is a result of the legal consequences of getting caught. Now, that is not to say that marijuana can not, or does not pose any risk. Although, the impairments linked to marijuana use are short-term and negligible compared to the risks of alcohol, tobacco, or eating too many Big Macs. Neither the alcohol or tobacco industries claim their product to be harmless, whether or not they subscribe just to how harmful they can be. The mantra of these industries is for responsible adults to use these products responsibly.

Why do people risk going to jail? It is a safer alternative to legal drugs to relieve stress, promote euphoria, and it employs a number of medicinal benefits with little health risk. Simply put people take the risk because it is cheap, it's widely available, and it feels good. In many ways its also form of civil disobedience, a way of proclaiming one's freedom from the close-minded demonization of this unique herb. Intoxication is not "abnormal", if we look at our historical record, and other mammals in the animal kingdom we find what might be labeled a very natural "drive toward, or instinct toward intoxication". Religious "drug" use or better phrased entheogen use, is older than written history itself. Many people recognize, divinity and spiritual benefits of certain substances provided by Mother Nature.


A drug is not a drug, different substances operate in your brain as different as day and night. As a matter of fact, nearly every individual in this country uses drugs. Primarily, thanks to caffeine, aspirin, and your doctor's prescription. The word "drug" really does not carry much weight in itself, outside of it's negative connotation. A psychoactive substance might expose you to altered states of mind, but to say it can influence your decision making does not imply that such changes are bad. You might be exposed to altered states of mind, and come to certain conclusions that are in some ways beneficial. Ultimately, despite this your decisions are ultimately your own, and how you choose to let a chemical influence your decision making is your choice.

[emotionsickness]

Research has clearly proven that smoking pot does not lead to other drugs and that most pot smokers smoke pot exclusively and very regularly. Because some have gone on to other more dangerous synthetic drugs and they happen to have started with pot does not mean that pot led them to try other drugs.

[emotionsickness]

Here is just one link among others that indicate research on the matter.
http://www.ukcia.org/research/gateway2.htm

[She'sMyAngel]

this is an interesting debate, I'd like to add my experience if thats OK.

I had never smoked pot until the age of 20, at which time I was working a good job in a government department, studyind law and playing alot of sport. I was diagnosed with Cancer at 20, my partner at the time gave me weed to try. It works, but, not only that, i enjoyed it, of course! I'm a decade older and alive, but still smoke every day. I do not smoke before or during work - EVER, I am often in a high security environment. I smoke cigarettes, which are an evil unto themselves. But I do not touch a drop of alcohol. I have a great job in a professional environment at which I am successful. I do not take anything other than weed excepting my prescribed medication. My friends and former colleagues do not smoke weed at. In fact, there have been times I am in a houseful of people and I am the only smoker amongst hoardes of poppers and pingers and meth heads.

What I mean is that I hold down a good job, have a normal, full life outside of the drug underbelly. My friends are not all addicts of one kind or another, although alcohol is a different topic for some.

Not all of us are glazed over, constantly hungery people! LOL. I'm not trying to change anyones mind on this, in NZ they are quite lenient with personal amounts so the legal issues diminish somewhat. Just that I smoke and still lead as productive of a life as I can. I do like my sleep though!

[lsustaita]

As far as illegal drugs go, which this is, I'd say it's the mildest.

But it can cause problems and it can become a crutch.

I like smoking weed. But it makes you lazy and somehow a lot of things get postponed..."I'll do it later or tomorrow..."

I heard that smoking one joint is equivalent to smoking 2 packs of squares. Just imagine a blunt! The cigar paper? You're not supposed to inhale! Think of the lovely color that turns lungs....! Whew...!

Bottom line: MODERATION

[She'sMyAngel]

Whats a pack of squares?

[Twilightofidols]

Originally Posted by lsustaita

As far as illegal drugs go, which this is, I'd say it's the mildest.

But it can cause problems and it can become a crutch.

I like smoking weed. But it makes you lazy and somehow a lot of things get postponed..."I'll do it later or tomorrow..."

I heard that smoking one joint is equivalent to smoking 2 packs of squares. Just imagine a blunt! The cigar paper? You're not supposed to inhale! Think of the lovely color that turns lungs....! Whew...!

Bottom line: MODERATION

Marijuana does have a greater amount of carcinogens than tobacco with regard to some of the chemical constituents, and less carcinogens with regard to other chemical constituents. This really doesn't say much, nearly everything we touch, breathe, eat, drink, swallow, has some sort of carcinogen in it. No case of lung cancer, or serious disease has ever resulted from marijuana alone use. This puts into question the idea that tar contributes to cancer. Marijuana smokers also inhale far less frequently than tobacco smokers, thus allowing ample times for the lungs to clean themselves. But yes, moderation in everything is key.

[myluvsinbastrop]

UGH...JUST BECAUSE SOME PEOPLE MAKE iRRESPONSiBLE DECiSiONS AND MOVE ON TO OTHER DRUGS FROM WEED DOES NOT MEAN iT WAS THE WEED THAT MADE THEM DO iT....DOES A LiTTLE GREEN MAN TAKE UP REFUGE iN UR MiND AND TELL YOU TO SMOKE CRACK??? NOOO iT DOESNT AND EVEN iF iT DiD ULTiMATELY iT iS THE iNDiViDUALS CHOICE...NOT THE WEED...PLUS HAVE U HEARD OF ANYONE OD'ING ON WEED?? NOPE...MOST PEOPLE THAT SMOKE END UP EATiNG AND THEN GOiNG TO SLEEP...WHATS SO BAD ABOUT THAT??

[peacelove]

I posted this . Thought it should be here also.

I do visit other mmj web sites. Tonight on Treatyourself.com (Canadian Medical MJ Site), I found a tread on mmj strain specific to symptoms or diseases. This is a great list to refer to. Remember this is anecdotal accounts but it may help paitents decide which strain to try. I didnt post the link to this thread, as you must join to gain access. I copied and pasted the pertinent parts of the posts for this list. Maybe we can add to this list and maybe someone will compile the symptoms or diseases so we can try strains that may help our conditions. Also remember the medical effects depend upon when the herb is harvested from early to late. I hope this helps someone.

clinton


ADD: Focus: Catalyst, Billiejack, Jack Herer, C99, Thai, Haze, Elvis, Dogshit.....

Insomnia, Social Awareness, Emotional Stability: Black Domina, Butterscotch Hawiian, Trainwreck, Afgani, William's Wonder, Blueberry.

MS Neuropathic Pain / Urinary Incontinence: Trainwreck, Super Silver Haze), NYCD and Sour Diesel. For severe pain, concentrates may be required.

Digestive Disorders: Blueberry, Blackberry, Black Domina.

Nausea and Diarrhea and Cramping (including Menstrual Cramps): Blueberry.

Social Anxiety: Romulan, NL#5, Hindu Kush, OG Kush, Bubba Kush.

Stress: Heavenly Man.

Sleep and General Relaxation:Sonoma Coma, Lifesaver, Real Matanuska Thunder Fu*K, XXX, Legends Ultimate Indica, Sensi Star.

Alert, Cerebral: AK-47, Dankouver, Cambodian X Orange Peako.

Anti Depress & Anxiety, Sleep: Blue Moonshine, Jack Herrer, M-39, Herijuana.

Chronic Pain: Romulan, Shiskeberry.

Appetite Stimulant/Spasms: TY's Northernberry x Reefermans herijuana.

Joint and Muscle Pain: Legends Ultimate Indica, UBC Chemo x Grapefruit.

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Chronic pain: Blueberry, reeferman's hashplant

appetite stimulant: Catalyst

Joint and muscle pain: Blueberry
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White Russian-ak-47 x white widow-excellent for chronic pain and insomnia-M39 for chronic pain-Peace BigD
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Catalyst: is good for Anxiety and Depression. I don’t really get the munchies from her though.
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Purple Kush: helps my stomach and bleeds off my stress/anxiety

Slow train: ruins me for a good long while and my back pain just melts away
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Romulan-munchies, sleep inducer
AK-47-pain relief, day dreaming, anti stress
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Hi all- I've been working my way through the various strains, trying to find an appropriate cannabis strain for me. My heart has a tendency to race, so I avoid most Sativas. Here's my experiences so far:

Romulan: Pleasant slight mental high. *Great painkiller*/minor muscle relaxant. Aided sleep. My heart doesn't race at all on this stuff! Apparently, it has a lower THC content than many, and this may account for it's mellowness. Yeah! It also doesnt make me feel 'stoned' or stupid.

Blueberry Kush: Medium pain control. Medium body high, STRONG sleep inducer. Knocked me out....twice.

Peak 19- Too strong! 1/4 of a puff made my heart race for about a half hour, and made me feel like I was going to be ill. I hate this crap!!

Mango+Durban cross: Decent painkiller, euphoric feeling, 'couch-lock'. Slightly 'stupid' high, and munchie inducer. Makes my fingers feel numb occasionally.

Trainwreck: Anti-anxiety. Muddled my thoughts a bit but not too much to be disturbing. Good painkiller. Slight heartrate elevation. Extreme munchee inducer.
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The Skunk#1 that was grown on the PainPal system is VERY relaxing for me, it numbs my chronic back pain and is a real easy on the throat smoke. Two reasonable sized bowls and I'm off to "la la land"
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Nevles Haze is really good for psychiactric conditions, mood, and anxiety. I love Sensi-Star for it's ability to control muscle pain and nausea. It also has a wonderful aroma and taste to boot.

I am curious if the Blueberry is really helpful for muscle spasms. Or what about restless leg? I have been up for the past three nights with restless leg and nothing is helping.
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I had a friend (RIP) who used to swear by Super Silver Haze cookies for his troublesome RLS and arthritic spinal problems. I have a couple of people I caregive that gave the strain a trial. Both of them said that the SSH cookies worked better than Rx medication and that Indica's did nothing for them.

They also are very good for neuropathy and spasms from Multiple Sclerosis.
I eat 2 strong cookies a day - like clockwork - and dropped the Rx meds for spasms. This works well for me and it's the first thing I will give to someone
who has MS or bladder problems that come with MS. Nothing I've used works better.
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I have said it before, the Amsterdam Bubble Funk has a way of getting rid of my HEADACHES when the pinched nerve in my neck acts up with those top of the cranium gems of PAIN. Without a doubt, better than any asprin ever taken, and with immediate relief. As a general pain reliever, this strain does little for my FIBROMYALGIA. For that pain, i rely on Bubble Gum, or Blueberry to get me the relief i need, for the most part.
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afgani trainwreck -for my mind,muscles,pain
original u.w.-pain-
l.a. hogsbreath-pain,sleep,..frontal lobe action,lol.
i dont eat inless ingesting.trainwreck good for that.
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BUBBLE GUM, LIFESAVER, AMSTERDAM BUBBLE FUNK, & Kali Misty definitely help me to cope with my FIBO flare ups, by the way
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AK-47- A more 'active' high, pretty decent munchie factor after a few minutes, and a very pleasant mental haze. Pain relief is definitely also a good plus with this one: an 8 for neuropathic pain, and a 9 for muscular pain. Effects are felt instantly, and although it's very potent, it doesn't make my heart race at all.

New York City Diesel- This strain tends to put a bit of 'tightness' in my chest. A 7-8 for pain control, and an odd discernable head buzz. This tends to come on slowly for me. Small munchie factor.

Trainwreck (further thoughts)- This is a really great strain to be active with. I've been using Trainwreck in the morning, followed by small hits of AK-47 throughout the day for pain relief, and it's very effective.
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Medicine Man- Excellent for neuropathic pain. I've been told by some that this is another name for White Rhino....although it doesn't seem to have as 'active' a quality as I expected from this strain. More than any other strain, this cannabis creates a fogging mental haze that can be shaken off if necessary, but really helps with perception of pain. I give this a 10 out of 10 for pain control and general anti-anxiety/mood elevation, however, I'd save it for the night- it's not the most motivating thing in the world, although it is possible to become productive if you push yourself enough.
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Afgooy. Great for stomach stuff as well. Serious couch lock. This stuff will make your face numb.
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M-39- Very happy, decent bodily relaxation, excellent anti-anxiety, and good for cramps.

Silver Haze- AMAZING for pain- it's a very even head/body buzz, but it's an alert, cerebral one. I want to be busy when I'm on this stuff.

RomSpice- This is the strongest body high I've ever felt. It literally makes my whole body feel numb and tingly. I give it a 12 out of 10 for pain. It surpasses Romulan by at least half. AMAZING and wonderful! It not only kills my pain- without massive amounts of opiates, but it also helps withdrawl symptoms- VERY well. It brought my aches down to being barely tolerable with advil (as opposed to me lying on the floor aching, shaking and vomiting).

I highly recommend the club on 9th St. (10th st. is okay too, but the staff isn't nearly as knowledgable) in San Francisco. They know exactly what strains suit which ailments. Apparently, Cindy99 is supposed to be excellent for MS- they make bhang out of the most potent strains they have (RomSpice and Cindy99 for this batch), and many MS patients haven't needed anything more than an occasional advil. AMAZING stuff.

Anti nausea strains: (I have BAD nausea due to a bad liver, kidney disfunction, and mental trauma/PTSD) RomSpice, Silver Haze, Romulan, NY Sour Diesel, M-39, Blue Moonshine, are ALL excellent- their effectivness is in order from greatest to lesser- but all of them work very well.

NY Sour Diesel is excellent for anxiety, as is Bubblegum. SD gives an almost tangible sense of relaxation in the head- it killed a developing migraine before it started.
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my personal preference for treating MS, is ANY strong Indica,,, i stay away from any/all pure Sativas,,,

the reason is the effects from Sativas- energetic up buzz,, activates my spazticity with this disease,,,

it turns on my shaking in plain terms, makes me shake more,, it makes me vibrate, -try drinking coffeee i end up wearing it.

so for me,, an Indica,, a very very strong Indica, is what i need to treat my issues with MS- Neuropathic pain,, spazticity,,,

indicas turn off my spazticity,,,

someone should take a video of me before/after,, when i am shakin,, what MORE PROOF do these flippin idiots in the medical/political world need???

and yes they have pills for me,, tegretol,neurontin topomax, all these are RX'd for Epilepsy,, not MS and so NOT COVERED for my treatment??? and they have to be taken in large doses to get symptom relief,, very costly,,,

FYI- my RX for Sativex last year was also NOT COVERED by BC Pharmacare., they told me it was of NO BENEFIT for me.

so for Ms in conclusion,, with my needs specifically,, i would have a list with only this-

NO SATIVAS!!!! Indicas Only!!!!!!
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Nirvana papaya: really helps chronic insomnia esp kief in cooking...

Nirvana White Rhino: eases some chronic pain and assisted with hunger issues through chemo

Female Seeds Grapefruit: Great for depression but not so good for anxiety issues.

Nirvana White Widow: Found to be good for depression and lessens anxiety (again personal opinion here)

Nirvana northen light x big bud: Good for moderate pain and late picked found to give a relaxing buzz...good for stress through pain, anxiety and long term chemo fatigue.

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MMJ patient and grower

I help anyone with an Oregon Medical Marijuana Program registration card.

[shellone]

I dont smoke, however I think there is a lot out there who should! I dont let that be a failer for any relationships I have. There are more people who smoke then you realize. I think it should be leagalized for goverment to make out on it so we as tax payers dont have to keep filling the goverment spending holes. I have met a lot of people who strickly choose pot as the only drug of choice. They are are not violent or thieves for thier addiction. But, like all addictions...it becomes a problem when you receive the ticket for it or you fail the drug test for the job you wanted. As long as it is used and not abused... All bills paid..gas in car..food shelter clothes

[Twilightofidols]

Originally Posted by shellone

I dont smoke, however I think there is a lot out there who should! I dont let that be a failer for any relationships I have. There are more people who smoke then you realize. I think it should be leagalized for goverment to make out on it so we as tax payers dont have to keep filling the goverment spending holes. I have met a lot of people who strickly choose pot as the only drug of choice. They are are not violent or thieves for thier addiction. But, like all addictions...it becomes a problem when you receive the ticket for it or you fail the drug test for the job you wanted. As long as it is used and not abused... All bills paid..gas in car..food shelter clothes

That's what its all about, the fact is most people who try drugs never become addicts. The drug addicts you seen on cops aren't good places for people to begin to base their judgement. Its a very small part of the sample, but believe it or not the overwhelming majority of the 20 million plus of marijuana users are employed and contributimg to society.

Its the drop of ink in the pond scenario.

[AlyssaM84]

Legalize it! In all states. I'm from Cali and would be on pills to help me get out the door in the morning and then something different to help me sleep at night. I suffer from major anxiety and Yes the OG kush is my #1 medicine. The dispensaries are fantastic with knowledgable staff and strict policies regarding proper medical recommendations. My personal dr. as well as my shrink back my mmj usage 100%. At first they were a little judgemental(obviously) but they have been working with me since I was brutally attacked and raped 4 years ago. I've tried every medication on the market for my anxiety and depression and have had many severe reactions to most. Medical marijuana has helped me to regain my confidence and to live a somewhat normal life ( I'm able to smile after 3 years of crying). I am a huge mmj advocate and think it can work wonders for those in need. My grandmother who suffers from cancer is also a mmj patient and she wouldn't be able to eat or go a day without pain if it weren't for mmj. Those who live in the "Refer Madness" (funny movie if you've never seen) have to get with the times. It is a more natural remedy coming from a plant and there are some growers following strict "natural"/ "organic" guidelines to farming and growing. It is a booming business that I plan on getting into in the near future. For those with a negative opinion on it because it is still "illegal" (for some, cause I got my paperwork) are you ok with cancer causing tobacco bacause it is legal? CRAZY! The warning is on the box "THIS WILL CAUSE CANCER AND KILL YOU" but it is "ok" because the government figured out how to tax it? They probably know how to tax mmj too but are just scared of the technicalities regarding jail/prison sentences having to due with mari-jane. Just my opinion! I love it and I love Los Angeles there are many dispensaries to choose from and it is like home away from home they welcome you with open arms better then when I go into a Rite-Aid to pick up a prescription.

[ShaadGyrl]

It should be legalized in my OPINION because it's only as detrimental and addictive as you allow it to be in your own personal life. I didn't start smoking weed until my freshman year in college and it never affected me in a negative way. As a matter of fact I was a Resident Assistant for on-campus housing, President of the Administration of Justice Club, worked security at night M-F 11-7 am, received my Bachelors Degree all while in college and smoking weed on a daily basis.....My mother and family all knew that I smoked so I've never had to hide anything due to the fact that my family and friends all know that I TAKE CARE OF MY BUSINESS. So, the only "Gateway" that Marijuana is gonna lead you is the only gate that you allow those other drugs to flow in.....As always....My Honest Opinion and Experiences...Be Blessed...

[Wobabi]

that Bluberry Kush sounds nice!!!!

[justadeb]

boy has weed come a long way since i was a teen

[toniejean]

I was a pothead for 20 yrs untill I was put on probation for a stupid fight. I do not drink. Maybe a cpl times a yr. No other drugs. kept a job , bills paid, food in the house. I spent $60.00 a wk. I miss my weed but will not risk violating my probation for it. But oh when july 2010 comes, bring out the green. It is great for cramps When I had the flu ,some theraflu and a little green did the job. But when I had to stop smoking it was hard Very vivid crazy dreams and could not sleep for a few wks. But I am cool now Yes it should be legalized ...

[JuanitoAlimania]

1. Potheads are mostly puzzies who cant deal with reality. They need their little joints to "make them feel good" and escape. Why not try a relationship? why not love your family and enjoy time with them? Why not seek out the companionship of good people.

2, The THOUSANDS of tons of Marijuana that Americans consume make NARCO-GANGS rich and powerful and have destabilized the country of Mexico to the point that the good people cannot control the murder and crime that goes on their. The instability contributes to the extraordinary illegal number of crossings into the US that have caused havoc along the southern states bording Mexico and plenty of other chaos all of the country.

3. If you dont believe this or think it is BS, then you are part of the problem and pat yourself in the back for contributing to the deaths of countless poor people, mostly Mexican, who die while acting as mules or in gun battles protecting their deliveries.

[MzPool38]

JuanitoAlimania I am sorry that happens! But do not classify that ALL potheads r "puzzies" a lot of people smoke and handle their business. To each its own, I say LEGALIZE IT! The prison rate will go down. Marijuana is less harmful than alcohol!

[MollyBawn]

I personally do NOT smoke it, never have, very likely never will. However, I have helped care from some terminally ill neighbors over the years ( I live in an area with a very high concentration of elderly people) and watching some of these folks wither away in excrutiating pain or watching them get medically addicted to the strongest opiates out there by their doctors only to have that same doc cancel an appointment at the last minute thereby forcing them to go cold turkey with no re-up of the morphine script opened my eyes big time.

I say legalize it, regulate it, tax it and dispense it from pharmacies with a written RX from a doc and let our economy benefit from all the money that would otheriwse be funneled to the gangsters that JuanitoAlimania is complaining about.

He/she has a point about the criminality of MJ but that point would disappear in a short time if our goverment reclassified MJ as a schedule II or Schedule III drug and allowed USA farmers to legally grow it and sell it drug manufacturers who could process it into properly dosed lollipops, pills, cigarettes, pouched smoke, cookies, cello-seal brownies and so on.

[Jennie27]

I say legalize it, regulate it, tax it and dispense it from pharmacies with a written RX from a doc and let our economy benefit from all the money that would otheriwse be funneled to the gangsters that JuanitoAlimania is complaining about.

Amen. I too have never used, nor do I plan to. However, it needs to be regulated/taxed/etc.

[amyV08]

I used to smoke and do other things as well. When i cleaned up i noticed how much it affected my life. I don't think it should be leagalized unless you are a cancer patient. that is a special circumstance. It is a drug, natural or not.

[lush3y3z]

Originally Posted by myluvsinbastrop

UGH...JUST BECAUSE SOME PEOPLE MAKE iRRESPONSiBLE DECiSiONS AND MOVE ON TO OTHER DRUGS FROM WEED DOES NOT MEAN iT WAS THE WEED THAT MADE THEM DO iT....DOES A LiTTLE GREEN MAN TAKE UP REFUGE iN UR MiND AND TELL YOU TO SMOKE CRACK??? NOOO iT DOESNT AND EVEN iF iT DiD ULTiMATELY iT iS THE iNDiViDUALS CHOICE...NOT THE WEED...PLUS HAVE U HEARD OF ANYONE OD'ING ON WEED?? NOPE...MOST PEOPLE THAT SMOKE END UP EATiNG AND THEN GOiNG TO SLEEP...WHATS SO BAD ABOUT THAT??

I agree. when i smoke it i just become chill eat go to sleep and thats it!

[Daywalker]

LEGALIZE IT - for medical use.
I suffer from a chronic and debilitating spinal injury, for which there is no medical intervention except to fill me up with pain pills, which have the potential for destroying my liver, and don't do jack for the pain anyway. I can't smoke, because I live in ass-backward Oklahoma, where everything is 25 years behind the rest of the free world.

Of course, the one thing that works to kill my pain, make me totally functional and isn't going to destroy my liver, is the one drug I can't have - marijuana.

And that's all bullshit about marijuana being a gateway drug. I was on tranquilizers for years before I ever smoked my first joint. But you know what? One joint, and I didn't need the tranquilizers anymore. But then again, I didn't abuse any of my drugs, script or not. I do not recommend making drugs that have no medical value legalized, and as far as I am concerned, anyone who sells meth, ought to be in prison for wholesale poisoning of the human body and mind. Same for anyone producing that nasty stuff, and anyone who uses it, has to be stupider than either of the two above. I value my body way too much to put that much poison in it, and just for a high. Sheesh. I can go white water rafting, get higher on that, and it's not toxic and won't eat my teeth and skin.

But I don't agree with giving the guy who had a joint ridiculous prison time equal to the guy with meth. They are not comparable in any fashion.

[txmatt409]

I don't think pots a bad drug, if you smoke if using a vaporizer you don't get any of the harmfull carcinogen's in ur lungs. I started smoking pot after years of taking medacation for my add/adhd and after highschoool i found pot; i noticed that it had a better affect on calming me down without the bad side affects as pills did.

Have you ever heard of someone that died from smoking pot?

[Fancy1]

My guys drug of choice was pot. At first he was exactly like you describe your guy.... hardworking, responsible, ect. Over the years the decline was slow, and I didn't really notice how dependent he had become. Not on the drug itself, but on the effect it had on him. It became his only way to handle stress, bad days at work, our fights EVERYTHING. He started spending more and more money on pot, buying it behind my back, pawning CD's and DVD's for more money to buy. It got really bad. Finally, he hit bottom, and took our rent money to buy drugs. He smoked his brains out, and when there was no more money, no more pot, and still more stress he freaked out. He couldn't handle the mess he had made, and he resorted to B&E to get more money.
Hence why I'm on this site now.
Pot is bad, period.