“The stereotype of pot smokers as lackadaisical loafers is supported by new research: People who smoke marijuana regularly over long periods of time tend to produce less of a chemical in the brain that is linked to motivation, a new study finds.”
http://news.yahoo.com/marijuana-science-why-pot-heads-slackers-104756017.html
(The more dope smoked, the less dopamine produced.)
Now for some really bad news: “Previous studies looking at marijuana's effects on the brain have shown that chronic marijuana use may trigger inflammation in the brain, which could affect coordination and learning, and that cannabis users have a higher risk of schizophrenia.
“But the new results suggest more research is needed to understand the potential links between chronic marijuana use and mental illnesses.”
(Everything always requires “more research.” Studiers don’t get more grant money by saying, “Well, we’re done. Nothing more to find here.” One of these days a researcher will find Reefer Madness was right.)
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