| − | 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. | + | The effects of marijuana include a feeling of euphoria, short-term memory loss, mild hallucinations, and an impairment of physical and mental functioning. Marijuana, like [[alcohol]] and [[nicotine]], 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. |