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Volume One V1 Issue 3 Principles of Sensible Cannabis Use
Volume One V1 Issue 3 Principles of Sensible Cannabis Use
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| Written by Don Duncan | |
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Tips from the
Berkeley Patient Group Like anything, cannabis can be misused. Excessive or inappropriate use can contribute to problems including sleepiness, overeating, and time management issues. Due to the political climate surrounding cannabis research, clinical studies have produced widely conflicting conclusions about the benefits and potential side effects of cannabis. Always listen to the advice of your doctor and use good judgment when using medical cannabis. These guidelines help identify ways of using cannabis in a positive way. 1. Adults should use cannabis as part of a healthy, balanced, and responsible lifestyle. 2. The decision to use cannabis should be made freely, and not as a result of social pressure. 3. Cannabis users should be well informed about its effects on themselves and others. These effects include legal and health risks as well as personal consequences. 4. Never use cannabis as an excuse or a cue for antisocial or irresponsible behavior. 5. Cannabis users should model and reward responsible use, particularly with new users. 6. Use cannabis as part of positive social interactions, rather than primarily in isolation or as a remedy for negative feelings. 7. Develop sensible cannabis use limits for yourself based on personal, health, situational, and cultural factors. It is important to be objective about your personal cannabis use and listen to the constructive advice of others. 8. Avoid cannabis use that puts you or others at risk, such as when driving, at work, or in public places. 9. Use of cannabis by children is inappropriate and should be discouraged. 10. Cannabis use should contribute to, rather than detract from, users health, well-being, creativity, work, relationships, and social obligations. © 2000 Cannabis Action Network. http://www.CannabisAction.net
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