You two make really great points. Thanks for the links saudade

I have to say I agree with most of what Lmo said. Ofcourse, my brother who smoked it had no motivation so it just made things worse (untreated schizophrenia) I don't smoke it now, but at one time was a recreational smoker as well. Right now, I'm trying to help myself out of depression and anxiety disorders, so I won't take anything but Prozac and Xanax.

I unequivocably agree that marijuana should be legalized. I also have no doubt (not even an inkling) if the government thought they could properly tax it, we'd be smoking it in cigarette form right this very moment.

I believe in the benefits of marijuana for someone over 18 (and NOT pregnant) who is dealing with issues with pain, major anxiety, terminal illnesses or who have exhausted every other medication there is and nothing helps. It does help alot of people.

I just think most times, as for me personally, it was a way to escape the stress of life. In that case, it can be bad.

This is quite an interesting topic.

Take Care all!