...Week 9 Research Paper COM/156 August 11, 2013 Week 9 Research Paper “Marijuana is the finest anti-nausea medication known to science, and our leaders have lied about this consistently. [Arresting people for] medical marijuana is the most hideous example of government interference in the private lives of individuals. It’s an outrage within an outrage within an outrage”. Peter McWilliams Author and Advocate for Medical Marijuana Medical Marijuana has found its place once again as the medical plant that is recognized for its healing potential and properties. How the Government has suppressed its positive potential and healing powers for over 25 years. With the help from many patients, loved ones, research departments and advocate groups to get the Government’s attention to see and understand that the terminally ill and the sick should not be treated as common criminals. They are only trying to find some peace and serenity in their last days. The struggle and fight that has been going on for the last 25 years against the Government. The people were finally heard, with the legalization of Medical Marijuana. The Government wants to regulate everything for their own best interest, the positive effect of decriminalizing marijuana for the terminally ill and the positive economic benefits for our community. Cannabis Sativa, Marijuana, Weed, Herb, Mary Jane these are just a few names that this little 5 leaf plant...
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...Week 9 Research Paper Medical Marijuana COM/156 August 11, 2013 Medical Marijuana ~“Marijuana is the finest anti-nausea medication known to science, and our leaders have lied about this consistently. [Arresting people for] medical marijuana is the most hideous example of government interference in the private lives of individuals. It’s an outrage within an outrage within an outrage”~ ~Peter McWilliams~ Author and Advocate for Medical Marijuana Medical Marijuana has found its place once again as the medical plant that is recognized for its healing potential and properties. How the Government has suppressed its positive potential and healing powers for over 25 years. With the help frommany patients, loved ones, research departments and advocate groups, to get the Government’s attention to see and understand that the terminally ill, and the sick should not be treated as common criminals. They are only trying to find some peace and serenity, in their last days. The struggle and fight that has been going on for the last 25 years against the Government. The people were finally heard, with the legalization of Medical Marijuana. The Government wants to regulate everything for their best interest, the positive effect of decriminalizing marijuana for the terminally ill, and the positive economic benefits for our community. Cannabis Sativa, Marijuana, Weed, Herb, Mary Jane these are just a few names that this little 5 leaf plant goes by. How could this...
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...have tried marijuana once in their lifetime. Today I am going to give you information about medical marijuana. There are four main points to touch on. First, What is marijuana and how does it affect humans? Second, What is the history on marijuana? Third, When and why did marijuana become illegal? Fourth and finally, I will speak about the states legalizing and the medical purposes of it. Using these four points, I am going to attempt to inform you about marijuana and the movement to legalize it. What is marijuana? How does it affect humans? According to University of Washington, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Institution, Cannabis is derived from the cannabis plant (cannabis sativa). Marijuana is made from dried flowers and leaves of the cannabis plant. It is the least potent of all the cannabis products and is usually smoked. It grows wild in many of the tropical and temperate areas of the world. It can be grown in almost any climate, and is increasingly cultivated by means of indoor hydroponic technology. There are main active ingredients in cannabis is called delta-9 tetrahydro-cannabinol, commonly known as THC and Cannabidiol commonly known as CBD. This is the part of the plant that gives the "high." There’s a wide range of THC potency between cannabis products. When THC reaches the brain, it stimulates the CB1 and CB2 receptors. It induces relaxation and a feeling of euphoria. It also typically heightens the senses and relieves pain. [At http://adai.uw.edu/marijuana/factsheets/whatiscannabis...
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...Abstract: The prohibition of marijuana has been a heated debate for years. This paper will examine the question of whether or not it will be beneficial to the population as a whole, smokers and non-smokers to legalize marijuana. This paper will begin by giving a historical overview of marijuana and how it became illegal. Then, it will attempt to examine and illustrate the many valuable, and beneficial qualities that marijuana has. Relying on the facts found to ultimately come to a conclusion on whether or not legalization would positively effect our country. Introduction Background Information The legalizing of marijuana for both recreational and medical purposes will have significant benefits for smokers and non-smokers, the economy, and the population. Currently any production, sale, distribution, or consumption of the drug marijuana is illegal in forty-eight states in the nation. Legalizing marijuana in this situation would mean executing the same or similar laws as are imposed on to alcohol. “On November 6, 2012, Colorado and Washington became the first states to legalize the sale and possession of cannabis for recreational use since the Marijuana Tax act of 1937 when they passed Colorado Amendment 64 and Washington Initiative 502” (Szalavitz). The few states that have legalized marijuana are instituting practices to integrate the substance into society. To continue, consumption of marijuana would be illegal as well as the purchase of the substance by minors...
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...LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA FOR MEDICAL USES The legalization of marijuana for medical purposes has been questionable for many years, and it has been an active debate in the United States even up to now, with many different issues on which people have many different opinions. There is opposition to the legalization of marijuana for medicinal purposes because it has the potential to be used incorrectly, however it is also considered that there is the potential for marijuana to be used in relieving the suffering of many seriously ill patients. Marijuana has been used by people for thousands of years to provide relief from many different serious medical problems. For thousands of years marijuana was not only legal, it was a common crop. It is only in the past ninety years or so that marijuana has been found to be not only unusable, but also harmful and extremely illegal in some States in America (Blaszczak, 2014) .Up to now 23 states in America have legalized marijuana for medical uses, each state has its own regulations to control details such as allowable quantities and registration requirements (State by state marijuana law, 2015). However, the debate on the legalization of its medical uses is still going on in the rest of the states in America. Marijuana is defined as a shredded, green-brown mix of dried flowers, stems, and leaves from the plant named Cannabis sativa. Marijuana has been used as an agent for achieving a feeling of intense excitement and happiness since ancient...
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...Should Marijuana Be Legalized? With the recent election season that has just gone by, this question has become more prevalent in society. In 2010 California became the first state to legalize marijuana only for medicinal use. In this election season, both Colorado and Washington state legalized marijuana for recreational use. Marijuana usage has been going on since ancient times and the fight to legalize it has grown steadily throughout United States History. There are two sides to every story – one side supports legalization and one side opposes it. Everyone has the right to their own opinion on this matter so I will let you decide after reading this. Marijuana has been used, according to ancient medical references, since about 2737 BC in China. In 1545 the Spanish brought marijuana to the New World. It was introduced to Jamestown around 1611 where it became a major commercial crop along with tobacco. Marijuana was listed in the United States Pharmacopeia from 1850 until 1942. It was prescribed for conditions ranging from labor pains to rheumatism. In the 1930s A campaign by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Narcotics portrayed marijuana as a powerful addicting substance and it would lead users into using harder drugs. In the 1950s it was an accessory of the beat generation; in the 1960s it was used by college students and hippies and it eventually became a symbol of rebellion against authority. When the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 was passed, marijuana was classified...
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...Why Marijuana Illegal Ever since the beginning of time there always has been something that has created a large amount of controversy; an issue that leaves households and countries divided. Should marijuana be legalized so it can be used for medicinal purposes? Marijuana has been used by people of royalty, "Emperor Shen-Nung in China prescribes cannabis for beri-beri, constipation, 'female weakness,' gout, malaria, rheumatism and absentmindedness” (Abel, 1982) and politicians, “I smoked but did not inhale.”- Bill Clinton. In fact marijuana has been around for as long as the earth been able to produce plants. Medical Marijuana has been in the middle of world debates since it was discovered. Marijuana was once an important plant and now marijuana is considered to be one of the worst drug or plant to mankind. People have formed a negative perspective about this naturally grown plant, which is often referred as a harmful gateway drug. Although marijuana is a drug now, one-day history will repeat itself and, there will be a time in which society will take a step back and look at what this plant has to offer. Marijuana has many respectable uses. In order for an accurate opinion to be forms, this will present to you the history of marijuana, why marijuana was deemed unsafe or illegal and the medicinal purposes cannabis has to offer. After reading they will be more informed about marijuana, he or she will be able to form a moral decision based on facts and history. When they are...
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...Instructor McCray English 105 December 2, 2010 Legalization of Marijuana Marijuana has had a very long and tried history in the world. The earliest known uses of marijuana go back as far as four thousand years ago. The plant has always been smoked; certain cultures use everything associated with the plant to produce certain products. The seeds can be used as a healthy substitute for certain foods; they are packed with protein and essential fatty acids. The stalk from hemp can be used in the creation over twenty thousand different products, including much cheaper oil and paper. Popular mechanics coined marijuana as the “New Billion Dollar Crop” back in 1938, and a couple of years after that it was used in the efforts against Hitler. But marijuana in American history has had a short timeframe, first banned in 1937 and then allowed again but only to be banned after WWII. Marijuana has been a tax issue for the American for the past hundred years; prohibition has done the exact opposite of what it set out to do. America should have known prohibition wouldn’t work, it didn’t work against alcohol, and instead it led to the creation of organized crime and production of more alcohol than ever before. There were more speakeasies or bars open during the days of prohibition, then there are currently open in America today, and our population is nearly triple of what it was back then. Why prohibition of marijuana has lasted this long is unknown by most people, other than the government...
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...Medicalization of Marijuana The Stigma of a Miracle Drug March 25, 2014 Synopsis The following media review is based on a two part documentary which focuses on the healing qualities of medical marijuana in the treatment of Dravet’s syndrome along with a number of other illnesses. I researched the benefits of medical marijuana, specifically the medicalization of the plant and its derivatives. This includes the extraction and ingestion of cannabis oil in its pure form for the treatment of Dravet’s syndrome, a form of chronic epilepsy often found in children. This paper focuses on the history of the use of cannabis for its healing properties and provides a brief overview of the documentary which is the basis of the paper, detailing the importance of the medicalization of the cannabis plant for use in treating a number of ailments, including but not limited to the treatment of Dravet’s Syndrome and Autism in children. It was not until I watched the documentary which was recently aired on CNN entitled “Weed, Cannabis Madness” and its sequel “Weed 2” that I became interested in the healing qualities that this plant possesses and more specifically, its ability to treat children who are suffering from a condition called Dravet’s Syndrome. Dravet’s Syndrome is a form of chronic epilepsy which causes children to seize violently for upwards of 50 seizures per day. There is no cure for this disease, and for many children the drugs prescribed by their physicians such as...
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...Fall 13 Fall 13 The Marijuana Business James Knight This paper looks at historical information, current legislation, and makes formulates an opinion on the business aspect of the federal and state legislation. The Marijuana Business James Knight This paper looks at historical information, current legislation, and makes formulates an opinion on the business aspect of the federal and state legislation. 08 Fall 08 Fall The Marijuana Business Marijuana arrived with the mayflower and has had a close relationship with the United States ever since. The evolution of the nation’s perspective has been an ever-changing shift between legalization and regulation. This paper is not about the moral aspects of legalization, but rather the business aspect of the legalization of marijuana. It will examine the historical background, overview of the problem, current status, and the business impact of marijuana. Historical Background While marijuana has a somewhat “sketchy” background, its mention pre dates recorded history. While these historical instances are not business related, the instances do offer insight into the benefits of the substance. With the arrival of pilgrims and settlers on American soil, marijuana claimed a stake that has been ever evolving with our country. Jamestown settlers brought marijuana, or what was referred to as “hemp”, from England in 1611. All throughout the colonial era, hemp was a key export. Virginia even granted famers bounties for the cultivation...
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...The Research of Medical Marijuana: A literature Review One of the most controversial subjects not only in health care but also in the United States right now is medical marijuana. The subject of marijuana is not new to the U.S but medical marijuana is just beginning to evolve. Medical marijuana also referred to as cannabis, is meant to be a form of medical therapy to treat certain diseases and alleviate symptoms. According to a current research, “Cannabis has been used to reduce nausea and vomiting in chemotherapy and AIDS and to treat pain and muscle spasticity” (Werner, 2012) Since July 31st 2014 there are now 23 legal medical marijuana states and also DC. As many people know, Illinois has just joined on the medical marijuana bandwagon and legalized it in 2013. Becoming a nurse, the use of medical marijuana is going to keep growing and there is still a large amount of research and studies to be done on the subject. Efficacy and safety of medical marijuana in selected neurologic disorders Researches Koppel, Brust, Fife, Bronstein, Youssof, Gronseth, and Gloss came together to focus on how medical marijuana would affect people with neurologic disorders. The main purpose in this study is to determine the efficiency of medical marijuana in several neurologic conditions. One of the most common neurologic disorders seen is multiple sclerosis; which is an autoimmune disease that affects a person’s brain and spinal cord. (Koppel, et. al, 2013) Key points The question the authors...
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...Legalization of Marijuana Marijuana! Today, marijuana use has become a fad. If someone is feeling down, marijuana will get them back to that happy place. This is the façade that is helping marijuana to become the number one drug of choice for many Americans. It is said that marijuana helps with chronic pain. This is the premises that marijuana advocates are using to encourage its legalization. Many people have the perception that marijuana is a safe drug and are fighting to legalize it in the United States of America. Marijuana is a Schedule 1 controlled substance that can be used for effective medical purposes but it can lead to many unstable citizens because of the impairments it may cause, the addictive agents, and the financial burden it may bring. Marijuana comes from the plant Cannabis sativa that is grown in tropical climates. “The origin of the word marijuana is not known but it appears to be the Spanish name for Mary and Jane. The drug slang for marijuana includes such names as Mary Jane, pot, grass, tea, reefer, and weed” ((Marijuana - History, Effects, 2013). THC, the primary chemical in marijuana, is highly addictive. This chemical gives a feeling of relaxation and acts as an analgesic that aids in pain relief. This is why many marijuana advocates are fighting for the legalization of marijuana. The medical use of marijuana can help with symptoms of nausea and pain but there are many complications that may come with this treatment. Marijuana causes damage to...
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...Outline: Should Marijuana be Legalized? Introduction History of Marijuana (Raymond) Describe the History of the Drug Marijuana. References: Cohen, M. (2012, 12 08). Marijuana legalization and states rights. The New York Times. Retrieved from http://fivethirtyeight.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/12/08/marijuana-legalization-and-states-rights/ Committee on Substance Abuse and Committee on Adolescence, . (2004, 6). Legalization of Marijuana: Potential Impact on Youth . Pediatrics, 113(6), 1825 - 1826. Grush, L. (2013, February 6). Smoking Marijuana Linked with Higher Risk of Stroke in Young Adults, Study Finds. Fox News. Retrieved from http://www.foxnews.com/health/2013/02/06/smoking-marijuana-linked-with-higher-risk-stroke-in-young-adults/ Harvey, B (Director, Writer). (2007). The Union: The Business Behind Getting High (Documentary, DVD). Canada: Eagle Entertainment. Head, T. (n.d., n.d.). Why is Marijuana Illegal? About.com Guide. Retrieved from http://civilliberty.about.com/od/drugpolicy/tp/Why-is-Marijuana-Illegal.htm The Truth About Cannabis. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.truthaboutcannabis.org/ Body Paragraph 1 Pros- Medical (Anthony) Discuss the positive effects that legalizing Marijuana will have on Medical needs. References: 17 legal medical marijuana states. (n.d.). ProCon.org. Retrieved from http://medicalmarijuana.procon.org/view.resource.php?resourceID=000881 Cannabis and mental health. (n.d.). Cannabis and Mental Health. Retrieved...
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...Medical Marijuana Should Be Legalized By Antoina Wynn English 101 Ms.McCormick 21 April 2012 Medicine is the art or science of restoring or preserving physical condition as by means of drugs, surgery or obstetrics or any substances used in the treatment of illness (dictionary.com). From there one must ask what a drug is. The dictionary definition of drug is any substance recognized in the official pharmacopeia, any substance intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in humans and other animals, or a habit forming medicinal or illicit substance, especially a narcotic. A cancer patient goes through chemotherapy in an attempt to cure their cancer and preserve their life, but this form of medicine causes nausea, vomiting, infections, hair loss, mouth sores, diarrhea, constipation and fatigue. These symptoms make the already sick patient feel much worse than they already were but medical marijuana can relieve many of the symptoms that chemotherapy causes. Marijuana or cannabis was once recognized in the US Pharmacopeia, so its medical uses are known and recognized. Medical Marijuana should be legalized because it still provides a safe alternative for healing and relief for a various range of illnesses Cannabis or Marijuana was classified as a Schedule 1 drug in the controlled substance act of 1972. Schedule 1 drugs are considered to have high potential for abuse, no medical use and not be safe for use even under medical...
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...Should marijuana be legalized for medicinal use? Cierra Cook Medical Ethics April 12, 2014 Marijuana has been hailed as a prescription for many ills and physicians once used it to stimulate appetite, relieve chronic pain, and treat asthma and migraines. But is marijuana really a medical miracle? If so, do its clinical benefits outweigh its drawbacks? Should we legalize marijuana? Is medical marijuana really worth the risks? These are the issues one needs to think about before making the decision to legalize marijuana. Marijuana is a drug that is derived from the dried and cut leaves of the hemp plant known as "cannabis sativa". Marijuana has a variety of street names such as "grass", "Mary Jane", "pot", "smoke", "reefer", "herb", and "weed". The active ingredient in marijuana is delta tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) (3). Marijuana has been used throughout history and in many different cultures to change mood, perception, and consciousness (to get "high"). Its effects range from increasing creativity to provoking mystical experiences, to heightening the capacity to feel, sense and share. After alcohol, it is the most popular of what are called "recreational drugs." It has been used around the world for other purposes. In some primitive tribes of South America, Africa, and India, "cannabis" is used in religious ceremonies and for medical purposes. African mine workers have used it to ease the drudgery of their work and many Jamaicans use it at the end of the day to relieve...
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