1. Marijuana And Hashish

2. Cannabis
The Plant
Preparations From Cannabis

3. History
Early History
The Nineteenth Century: Romantic Literature And The New Science Of Psychology
Marijuana, Assassin Of Youth
The Marijuana Tax Act Of 1937
After The Marijuana Tax Act

4. Pharmacology Cannabinoid Chemicals
Absorption, Distribution, And Elimination
Mechanism Of Action
Physiological Effects
Behavioral Effects

5. Medical Uses Of Cannabis

6. Dependence Potential Causes For Concern Tolerance Physical Dependence
Psychological Dependence

7. Toxicity Potential I Acute Physiological Effects
Impaired Driving Ability
Panic Reactions
Chronic Lung Exposure

8. Toxicity Potential II The Immune System Amotivational Syndrome
Insanity
Brain Damage
Reproductive Effects

9. Marijuana And American Society
Use Of And Attitudes Toward Marijuana
Should Marijuana Be Decriminalized?

10. Conclusion Forum – Discussion Questions And Answers Resources
Final Words