Marijuana
Marijuana is the most commonly abused drug in the United States. It derives from the Cannabis plant. It is most commonly smoked as a cigarette (joint) or in a pipe (bong).
The common street names are Afghan, Aunt Marry Broccoli, Columbian Black, Torch, Dope, Dubby, Ganja, Giggle weed, Grass, Herb, Jane, Joint, Mary, Mexican Green, Panama Red, Pot, Roach, Shit, Tea, and Thai Sticks.
After you have smoked Marijuana you have immediate physical effects that include a faster heartbeat and pulse rate, bloodshot eyes, and a dry throat and mouth. There is no scientific evidence to prove that marijuana improves hearing, eyesight, and skin sensitivity. When you use marijuana it can cause distorted perceptions, impaired coordination, difficulty in thinking and problem solving, common sense, and problems with learning and memory. Its use reduces learning ability.
Marijuana can also be used for medical treatment. A number of patients claim that smoking weed has helped the deal with pain and relieve them from symptoms.
