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Are drugs dangerous?
Some people think everyone who takes drugs will end up dead. Others, and especially some young people, seem to think that drug use is one big laugh and not at all dangerous.The truth is somewhere in between. ...read more
Cannabis as a treatment for MS
Cannabis remains controversial, both in its status as an illegal drug and as a possible treatment for MS. This document discusses some of the historical and legal background to cannabis and c...read more
Cannabis: the facts
Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug. Around three million adults have used cannabis in the last year. 11% of 16-59 year-olds and 26.2% of 16-24 year-olds have used cannabis in the last ...read more
The effects of cannabis on the brain and respiratory system
Long term effects on the brain Recent research indicates that in common with other addictive drugs such as heroin, nicotine and amphetamines, cannabis activates the release of dopamine in the brain. Dopamine...read more
Types of drugs
A drug is a broad label given to any substance that changes the way your brain works. Drugs can be broadly classified into three groups: depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens. Depressants Some drugs hav...read more
What does cannabis do?
The effect of cannabis depends not only on its composition, dosage and mode of consumption, but also on the mood of the individual, on the individual's expectations, and on the atmosphere and setting. These f...read more
