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Awareness Reframe Assumption: Myths & Facts about Cannabis

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Volume 3 Issue 5 May, 2013

❌ Cannabis use is rare among Indian population

✅ Cannabis is most common illegal drug abused in India.

❌ Cannabis does not lead to dependence

✅ Cannabis is known to cause dependence and even in those who have not developed dependence, cannabis can causes adverse impact on their body & mind. Cannabis use has been closely associated with psychosis.

❌ Cannabis does not cause physical problems.

✅ Cannabis use is well known to affect respiratory system and hence all tobacco smokers & those abusing alcohol should be enquired for cannabis.

✅ Cannabis use in patients should not be neglected, doctors should motivate them to quit and or seek help