Proponents of marijuana legalization often cite the studies that show that marijuana is not physically addictive and therefore not dangerous. Many young people hear this, and see marijuana as the safest drug to use. Marijuana is generally one of the first drugs that adolescents experiment with, as a result of its availability, perceived harmlessness, and euphoric high. The marijuana culture is growing, and the love, peace, and fellowship created by marijuana use is appealing to many young people. However, marijuana has been proven to put younger users at a higher risk of brain damage. Marijuana Addiction Although marijuana is not addictive from a physical standpoint, addiction still may develop. As a widely and frequently used substance, marijuana often creates a psychological dependence. Frequent marijuana users are … Read entire article »