Increased Use of Marijuana

The use of recreatonal drugs has increased the use of marijuana. The authorities in the

 country have been concerned about the increasing cases of Substance abuse × Substance Abuse
Substance Abuse /sub.stance/ /a.buse/ Substance abuse is defined as the use of a chemical substance that has an effect on humans or animals improperly or in a negative view or purpose. Substances involve different types of drugs and also alcohol.  The misuse of a chemical substance can be very dangerous and can be the cause of many different types of problems such as impairment and also distress. Along with physical problems that can come from recurrent substance abuse, there are many  other problems that can occur.  A lack of interest in schooling and work can lead to failure fulfillment of roles and obligations in different settings of life.  Also, a poor performance in daily actions can be a cause. Substance abuse is a problem that is important to deal with in an appropriate manner.  There are many different programs that are available to help fix these types of problems to rehabilitate someone’s life. More information about substance abuse in the US The national institute on drug abuse characterize substance abuse as, “as a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences. It is considered a brain disease because drugs change the brain; they change its structure and how it works. These brain changes can be long lasting and can lead to many harmful, often self-destructive, behaviors.’ When pertaining to the adolescent brain and psyche, substance abuse and addiction is one of the most dangerous and common negative behaviors in troubled youth. Teenagers who participate in drug abuse are either not aware of the potential permanent damage they are causing themselves, or simply don’t care. It is because of this reason that parents of substance abusing teens need to seek immediate treatment for their son or daughter. Fortunately for parents, there is a multitude and increasing number of options to choose from in terms of rehabilitation. Furthermore, parents of substance abusing teens need to seek treatment for their teens promptly.
among the young people. It has been seen that the people have started consuming drugs like marijuana and ecstasy more than the alcoholic drinks.

Increased Use of Marijuana Statistics

 In a new research, it was confirmed that the consumption of marijuana has increased to 39% from 32% between 2008 and 2010. The use of ecstasy has also increased from 6% to 10%. The authorities want to start new procedures to increase the awareness about the consequences × Consequences
n. noun con·se·quences The Merriam- Webster dictionary provides the following definitions for consequences: 1.the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier: The accident was the consequence of reckless driving. 2.an act or instance of following something as an effect, result, or outcome. Consequences is a prevalent issue in the life of a troubled teen. Troubled adolescents who suffer from negative consequences, do so because of their poor decision making. Whatever choice a teenage boy or girl decides to make, a consequence of that decision will soon follow. If a teen chooses to make productive choices in life, he/she will reap the benefits of positive consequences. However, if a teen makes poor choices such as, abuse drugs and alcohol, skipping class, hanging out with the wrong crowd or disobeying parents and authority, that teen will reap negative consequences. Negative consequences such as, legal troubles, being grounded from parents, or getting kicked out of school due to inactivity or rebelliousness, are all viable and likely negative consequences a teen will experience if he or she is making poor choices.
of these drugs. They have been requesting parents to support × Support
Support / sup·port/ n. Noun Support is defined as the act or instance of supporting; serve as a foundation for something else. Support can be given to many different ways. Through the encouragement to perform and progress and also through being there for someone who needs help. Support is usually shown through family and peers but can come from anywhere from support centers, rehab centers, and treatment centers. Without a support, confidence would be very difficult to find. Support is key to getting through trials and problems. The ability to have someone that is supporting you and encouraging you to move forward and progress is important to growth and change. Especially with youth, that as they are trying to find out who they are that they feel supported in all of their doings. This is important because as support and encouragement is shown the youth feel confident to become the best they can be.
the cause.

As per the experts, the parents will be required to play a crucial role in reducing these appalling figures. The consumption of alcoholic drinks has reduced over a period of time. The teen prefers substance abuse over alcohol × Alcohol
al·co·hol n.noun a colorless volatile flammable liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks, and is also used as an industrial solvent and as fuel. When ingested, alcohol can be a deadly intoxicant. Teens and adults alike are more prone to make fateful and negative choices while drinking alcohol. A deadly intoxicant, alcohol has destroyed and ripped apart the lives of millions and yet, remains to be the drug of choice of troubled teens nationwide. Teenage minds are not yet able to fully appreciate the dangers that coincide with drinking. When drunk, teenagers commit and act out heinous activities which they would normally never commit or act out. Teenage pregnancy, driving under the influence, fighting and other consequences are more likely to occur while teens drink. Parents of teenage boys or girls who drink occasionally or struggle with the addiction of alcohol, need to seek immediate treatment for their son or daughter.
. Every year many teenagers die because of the overdose of drugs.

Numerous teens are addicted to drugs and are not willing to quit as they enjoy the high provided by the drugs. Most of the high school kids are fine with the consumption of marijuana but they consider smoking a cigarette bad, choosing to vape instead. However, when it comes to marijuana, most teens and adults believe that marijuana is less harmful than a cigarette.

Weed Legalization and Impact on Teenagers

The authorities want to change this misconception among teenagers. As more states legalize marijuana, the long-term effects on adolescent brain development are still unknown. In the US, marijuana is legal in twenty-three states and it is expected that marijuana has legalized marijuana and in many other states, the use of marijuana is no longer considered a crime. Experts predict that marijuana will be legal in all states by 2025.

While there’s evidence that marijuana used for treating medical conditions is beneficial to many and more studies are on-going, it is unclear what it does to a developing adolescent brain. Use by teenagers and young adults is proven to impair attention, memory, decision making and learning. There’s a higher incident of school drop outs, dependence on welfare and higher unemployment among heavy marijuana users.

Marijuana Use and Brain Development

A study lead by Duke University psychologist × Psychologist
Psychologist /psy·chol·o·gist/ A psychologist is a health care professional who is a specialist in the science of mind or of mental states and processes. Psychologists are there to help support many types of people and problems. Often someone will go visit a psychologist because they have felt feelings such as depression, anger, or anxiety. Other times psychologists will help those people with a new and overwhelming job or help people to overcome grief from events that may occur. Psychologists go through a long process of schooling and training so that the methods that they use to benefit patients in need. Typically a psychologist will use therapy to aid conflict through different methods and styles that best address the patient’s problem, personality, and preferences. Psychologists are a valuable resource that can be used and implemented in many ways to overcome conflict and trials in different people’s lives.
Terrie Moffitt, Ph.D., followed one-thousand participants for ten years. The participants received neuropsychological testing at 13 and 38 and were interviewed five times during the ten-year study. The findings linked a decline in six IQ points and affected cellular activity in the endocannabinoid system. This system is crucial for cognition and emotional control. Many other studies have linked brain abnormalities and cognitive differences in the brain and in people who start using marijuana before age 16, scientists have found white matter changes that relate to higher impulsivity × Impulsivity
Impulsivity has been variously defined as behavior without adequate thought, the tendency to act with less forethought than do most individuals of equal ability and knowledge, or a predisposition toward rapid, unplanned reactions to internal or external stimuli without regard to the negative consequences of these reactions. Impulsivity is associated with many different psychiatric disorders including mania, personality disorders and substance abuse disorders. However, there is significant disagreement among researchers regarding the definition and credibility of impulsivity and how it should be measured, if at all. The onset for impulsivity for teens is usually between the ages of 12 and 13 and may be associated with lack of inhibition control in the brain. If at age 15-16 lack of impulse control suddenly appears, this is thought to be late onset and usually will correct itself around ages 18-19. Late onset impulse control is usually due to peer pressure. It is important to define where your teen falls on this spectrum to determine the type of care or supervision that may be needed.
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As more states legalize marijuana, most adolescents × Adolescents
Adolescents /ad.o.les.cent/ n.Noun The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines the term adolescent as a young person living in the transitional period between the years of puberty and adulthood until they reach the age of full maturity. Adolescents or teenagers, are living in a turbulent and trying time in a person’s lifetime. If ill prepared, teens may flounder or display negative behaviors at home. Adolescents are prone to negative behaviors such as, drug and alcohol abuse and other chemical dependencies, sexual misconduct or acting out, failing grades at school and disrespect towards authority. It is for this reason that parents of adolescents need to be particularly mindful when they reach their teenage years. If a teenager is struggling during thus time of adolescence it, is crucial for parents to seek the right care for their son or daughter.    During this time, people are typically more susceptible to negative behaviors and dangerous habits.
think it is okay, and just like with cigarettes in the 1940s, the pot industry has an incentive to encourage adolescents to use pot and in minimizing the effects to increase profits. Therefore it is imperative that parents begin educating their children earlier and more aggressively on the dangers and risks of use to a developing brain.