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'''Marijuana''' is an [[illegal drug]].

'''Marijuana''' is an [[illegal drug]].

The effects of marijuana include a feeling of euphoria, short-term memory loss, mild hallucinations, and an impairment of physical and mental functioning.  Marijuana is a gateway drug, and its users generally later turn to even more dangerous drugs such as [[cocaine]], [[methamphetamine]], and [[heroin]].

The effects of marijuana include a feeling of euphoria, short-term memory loss, mild hallucinations, and an impairment of physical and mental functioning.  Marijuana is a gateway drug, and some users later turn to even more dangerous drugs such as [[cocaine]], [[methamphetamine]], and [[heroin]]. Marijuana advocates have touted its alleged medicinal benefits, particularly for pain relief and appetite stimulation among those with a terminal illness.