The issue of drugs has been a public debate for a long time. Illegal misuse of drugs remains one of the most talked of problems in the United States and in Canada. The government has sought ways to implement the legalization of marijuana through the policy of controlling supply. Although, the policy has shifted to trying to provide marijuana for health problems, there are still some risks that pertain to this move. One of the risks relating to the government legalizing marijuana is mental illness. The issue of mental illness is now coming on a rise and it has been shown that the continuous intake of marijuana leads to this problem. This paper provides more insight on the link between marijuana and mental illness, but it centers more on the negative effects of legalizing marijuana. Keywords: implement, supply, policy, legalization and mental illness The growing rate of illicit and illegal drugs in the world is enormous. The fact that through legal and illegal means, drugs are being distributed gives rise to concern. Some popular drugs out there are cocaine, heroin, shots and marijuana also known as Cannabis. Although there are many factors that lead to addiction to drugs such as peer pressure, social media or even the …show more content…
It has been and it is still used for recreational purposes. Nonetheless, this has become a constant struggle for teens that do not seem to know when to stop. Initially, they consume the drug to feel high however it comes to a point in which they cannot stop. As a result, they become so obsessed with it even from a young age. Now, let’s not forget the side effects that come with the intake of the drug whether short or long term. Although, the initial effect that one may feel after intake of the drug range from excitement as a result of increased heartbeat, the overall output is that it eventually leads to drowsiness and poor coordination of