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Why is cannabis illegal? is it really bad for you?

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Not good: Canabis long term use is associated with a several fold increase in the likelihood of developing a Psychotic process the worst of which is schizophrenia. it is also associated with the so called " Amotivational syndrome" where the person's motivation and ambition gradually dwindles down ... avoid it , be healthy

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/7/2016

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