Legalizing Medical Marijuana Throughout The United States Kimberly Kelly

Who would it benefit? Those who battle: Multiple sclerosis Involuntary movements Neuropathic Pain Epilepsy Cancer HIV/AIDS Glaucoma

How would it benefit? Cannabinoids found in a cannabis plant attach to receptors in the brain Cannabinoids try to seek others in the brain like itself, which is a compound THC, also found in cannabis plant, is picked up by “receptors” which then causes it’s effects to start working CBD, active in marijuana, has a “calming effect” and helps with muscle spasms and seizures while not giving users a psychoactive “high”

How can it be acquired? First, visit a licensed doctor and receive a recommendation Apply within your state for a Medicinal Marijuana Card Visit a dispensary, which is a specially designated store where medical marijuana is sold Visit a nursery in participating states to learn more about what is a good option for you

What are the problems? Abuse by teens and high school students Unwanted and unpleasant side effects Smoking Crime In rare cases, death*

What are the solutions? Educating not only the youth, but adults as well Legalizing for medicinal use first Creating more safe places for users to join together and use Recommending the use of oils instead of smoking the substance

How everyone can help If everyone has the correct knowledge, then we can quickly create a system that works for those in need

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