... hallucinogenic effects. (Gross, 2002: Pg. 112) However as with many drugs there are undesirable side effects. These may come in the form of mild panic and paranoia. To illustrate, a recent study showed that 10 to 15% of people who smoked cannabis reported feelings of confusion or paranoia and around 30% gave these experiences as their reasons for quitting the drug. Nausea and vomiting may occur where too much is taken at once, especially when the drug is taken with alcohol. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/hottopics/cannabis, 2002) There are arguments for the legalisation of cannabis. The strongest of these claims that the positive effects cannabinoids, that is derivatives of cannabis can ease certain serious conditions. For example cannabis can suppress nausea brought on by chemotherapy, it can increase appetite and prevent weight loss and can also relieve eye pressure in people suffering from glaucoma. Cannabis can also been used to treat people with rheumatism and muscle spasms. ...

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