Teenagers and cannabis

Four out of ten teenagers know someone with mental health problems caused by cannabis, a report shows. More than half of youngsters questioned also believed that those smoking the drug lose motivation and do badly at school. The survey, by the Home Officefunded drugs advice service Frank, is fresh evidence that the supposedly soft drug has harmed the health, education and careers of millions of teenagers.The advice service's report showed that 42 per cent of 11 to 18-year-olds knew someone who had suffered mental problems from the drug, including paranoia, panic attacks and memory loss. 'The majority of teenagers don't want to risk their health by using cannabis, however some people choose to take the risk.
Others wrongly believe cannabis is harmless because it is a plant. Cannabis messes with your mind - and reactions can be more powerful with stronger strains such as skunk, which is around twice as potent.It is said that only regular use of cannabis is associated with the risk of mental illness. It also says that nobody knows whether stronger strains of the drug carry higher risks. The Frank website currently states that only regular use of cannabis is associated with the risk of mental illness. You can know more about it @http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1204652/40-cent-teenagers-know-hurt-cannabis.html