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Principles of Sensible Cannabis Use |
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Written by Don Duncan
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Monday, 14 November 2005 |
Tips from the
Berkeley Patient Group
Like anything, cannabis can be misused. Excessive or
inappropriate use can contribute to problems including sleepiness, overeating,
and time management issues. Due to the political climate surrounding cannabis
research, clinical studies have produced widely conflicting conclusions about
the benefits and potential side effects of cannabis. Always listen to the
advice of your doctor and use good judgment when using medical cannabis.
These
guidelines help identify ways of using cannabis in a positive way.
1. Adults should use cannabis as part of a healthy, balanced,
and responsible lifestyle.
2. The decision to use cannabis should be made freely, and
not as a result of social pressure.
3. Cannabis users should be well informed about its effects
on themselves and others. These effects include legal and health risks as well
as personal consequences.
4. Never use cannabis as an excuse or a cue for antisocial
or irresponsible behavior.
5. Cannabis users should model and reward responsible use,
particularly with new users.
6. Use cannabis as part of positive social interactions,
rather than primarily in isolation or as a remedy for negative feelings.
7. Develop sensible cannabis use limits for yourself based
on personal, health, situational, and cultural factors. It is important to be
objective about your personal cannabis use and listen to the constructive
advice of others.
8. Avoid cannabis use that puts you or others at risk, such
as when driving, at work, or in public places.
9. Use of cannabis by children is inappropriate and should
be discouraged.
10. Cannabis use should contribute to, rather than detract
from, users health, well-being, creativity, work, relationships, and social
obligations.
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