High Risk: The Truth About Weed
The escalating mental health crisis in America is intricately linked to the pervasive and increasingly potent presence of marijuana, particularly among adolescents. One cannot ignore the tragic consequences, exemplified by the death of Johnny, a direct result of unregulated cannabis use. This issue demands a critical examination of public health.
A significant concern is the alarming rise of synthetic THC and the proliferation of highly concentrated cannabis products, a phenomenon amplified by the expansion of the legalized marijuana industry in various states. This rapid growth has occurred in a concerning absence of stringent regulations governing these high-THC substances. This regulatory void has rendered these products dangerously accessible to young people through avenues such as dab pens and the ease with which medical cards can be acquired.
The profound and often devastating impact of cannabis is powerfully conveyed through personal accounts. Grace's story, for instance, details her early immersion in cannabis culture and her close bond with Johnny. Her narrative then shifts to the heartbreaking decline in Johnny's mental health, directly attributable to THC-induced mood and psychotic disorders. The vulnerability of the adolescent brain to cannabis use is a central theme, illustrating the progression to Cannabis Use Disorder and the harrowing lived experience of psychosis. Johnny's psychotic break, subsequent hospitalizations, and the relentless cycle of his addiction are depicted with stark realism.
Medical professionals offer crucial insights into cannabis overdose and psychosis, while parents share their profound anguish over cannabis-linked illnesses, including Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome and severe long-term mental health effects. Bryn's story further corroborates these dangers, chronicling her journey from childhood challenges to cannabis-induced psychosis, culminating in a violent incident and her subsequent path to recovery.
The profound aftermath of such tragedies often fuels advocacy. A mother's fervent journey, driven by grief, guilt, and an unwavering quest for answers and systemic change, exemplifies this. Her efforts expose critical legal loopholes and the formidable challenges in advancing policy reforms, such as those related to Colorado House Bill 1317.
The urgent need for comprehensive public education and widespread awareness regarding cannabis potency is repeatedly emphasized, showcasing ongoing initiatives aimed at establishing effective regulation and clear warning labels. Ultimately, the arduous journey of recovery, the role of medication, and the enduring impact of cannabis addiction find solace in creative expression and heartfelt tributes.
Perhaps the Laws about smoking Weed and drinking Whiskey should be somewhat the same as Alcohol kills more people every year than ALL the other Drugs combined, meaning Weed, Speed, Acid, Heroin, Cocaine etc and yet I never hear about the dangers of Booze these days.... Dont drink Booze and drive your car, dont smoke a Joint and drive your Car... Personal responsibility is the key... Though I stopped all drugs and alcohol decades ago I can see that what these kids are smoking today is not the same weed we smoked back in the 1960-70s and as just as its not a good idea to drink 150% Proof Vodka, its also not a good idea to smoke too much of this very powerful Ganga. ... The Laws are not the problem, people paying games with their head is the problem.
I think these new synthetic strains are indeed dangerous. I am even more concerned that former users are being put on anti-psych meds. They are even more dangerous, and probably contributed to Johnny's suicide, especially since he went off them right before doing the deed, which is often the trigger.
Another comment….all wearing those horrid huge glasses😂
Im74 and I’ve been using MJ since I was 17 and still enjoy it, stuff that in your nonsense. 😝
So you’re blaming the current fascist leadership on pot? Complete horseshit agenda by alcoholics and fascists.
This is a rebooted version of the propaganda put out in the 1970s-80s. Then, as now, it has undertones of fringe American Christianism and is intended to tie in with other cultic materials distributed in churches and schools.
I do have to say that the production values of this are far better than the original films. The scripting is still hokey and devoid of connection to reality, but they are clearly trying their best to be relatable. The overall quality is decent and it’s good for a few laughs.