SHORT-TERM EFFECTS
Sensory distortionPanicAnxietyPoor coordination of movementLowered reaction timeAfter an initial “up,” the user feels sleepy or depressed Increased heartbeat (and risk of heart attack)
LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA
Reduced resistance to common illnesses (colds, bronchitis, etc.)Suppression of the immune systemGrowth disordersIncrease of abnormally structured cells in the bodyReduction of male sex hormonesRapid destruction of lung fibers and lesions (injuries) to the brain could be permanentReduced sexual capacityStudy difficulties: reduced ability to learn and retain informationApathy, drowsiness, lack of motivationPersonality and mood changesInability to understand things clearly