They say that it causes brain damage, this that and the next. Does it really just boil down to ‘lungs only supposed to breathe air’
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It depends on what you mean by bad, and who you are.
Physically, it’s bad for you if you smoke or vape it, because really only air should go in your lungs. Burning plant material is full of shit that’s not air. Too much cannabis use (maybe, more research needed) can cause something called cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, which causes violent vomiting after using cannabis. It seems to affect mainly people who use heavily for extended periods of time.
Psychologically, whether it’s bad for you or not depends a lot on who you are. If you’re young, under about 20 or 25, using weed might impair your brain development, though more research is needed. There is also evidence that cannabis use might exacerbate pre-existing latent psychological issues. That means if you have a psychological disorder that hasn’t shown up yet, using weed might cause it to.
Generally, it’s pretty safe (as far as mind altering drugs go), however. Millions of people use it without issue. Don’t smoke if you’re young or if you think you might have mental issues. Go slow if you decide to do it. If you have a trusted friend with experience, let them help guide you so you have a good time.
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