Marijuana is the most commonly abused illegal drug. It is also known as 'cannabis sativa' or simply 'cannabis' and it is cultivated from a plant of the same name. The combination of the stems and dried flowers from the plant affect the human brain with THC, the chemical that it releases. Cannabis is often smoked in pipes, bongs, joints, and blunts, but some users may prefer to mix it into their tea or food and get the same high that they need.
THC enters the lungs when you smoke marijuana, and as it passes through your lungs, it enters your bloodstream so it can be carried into your brain. Cannabinoid receptors stimulate reactions in your brain and cause the feeling of being ‘high’. Your brain has the most cannabinoid receptors in areas that influence time and sensory perception, coordination and movement, pleasure, memory, and concentration. That is why you might find it difficult to remember certain events or learn new tasks after smoking. As cannabis continues to influence the brain, it may also impair your concentration, distort your perceptions, and make it difficult for you to think and make sound decisions. The effect can last for days or weeks, even after the initial high.
If you smoke it on a daily basis, cannabis have long-term effects on the brain. Frequent use of cannabis has been linked to anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia. The earlier you start using marijuana, the higher your chances of developing those mental disorders. Cannabis can also affect your work, social and recreational activities, family, and relationships because it changes the way you behave, speak, and think. A severe psychotic reaction may be induced by extremely high doses. Getting help as soon as you realize that you need it is a must if you want to prevent further damage to your brain.
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