non medical cannabis use canada

Use of Non-medical Cannabis Among Indigenous Canadians

Cannabis is a psychoactive drug extracted from the cannabis plant. It is used as a recreational or medicinal drug. Cannabis tranquilizes the symptoms of various conditions and provides a pleasurable effect.

This drug contains numerous active ingredients which include CBD AND THC. CBD is in various forms such as oils for application on the skin and capsules taken as a supplement.

Budpop is a trusted source for all kinds of hemp products and is legalized in Canada. Its profits are believed they can offer employment opportunities to indigenous communities. These communities benefit from the cannabis business. However, there is an increased rate of indigenous communities using non-medical cannabis leading to higher risk.

Factors associated with cannabis use

  • Poor mental health. People with mental disorders turn to use non-medical cannabis to forget their stressful days.
  • Poor physical health. If your health is not good, you may be tempted to consume cannabis without medical expert approval.
  • Poor relationship with the school. Young people in school who don’t love school or have a poor relationship with teachers may consume cannabis to forget their frustrations.
  • Low neighborhood income. Low-income earners who cannot afford enough finances for their family takes cannabis to control their emotions
  • Intergenerational trauma. People with trauma may turn to the non-medical use of cannabis to treat the condition
  • Low cultural involvement. Those not involved in cultural practices tend to consume cannabis since they have little know-how about its effects.

Risks associated with non-medical use of cannabis

Although cannabis has CBD ingredients that have various benefits to people in terms of health and income, the non-medical ingredients are not good for consumption. Various problems are associated with the non-medical use of cannabis.

Anxiety and psychotic symptoms

Cannabis users may get anxious, vomit, and experience panic attacks and hallucinations.

Cognition and coordination

Cannabis affects impulsivity, decision-making, concentration, attention, and inhibition. A less experienced user goes through stronger intoxicating effects on concentration and attention. Also, it acutely impairs your motor coordination and interferes with driving skills which can result in injuries.

Effects on lungs and airways

Consumption of cannabis through smoking leads to acute bronchial dilation. It affects your lungs and can lead to lung cancer.

Acute cardiovascular problems

Exposure to cannabis increases blood pressure and heart rate. In some cases, it can cause hypertension. You can suffer from stroke or acute coronary syndrome.

Road injuries and fatalities

Cannabis affects your motor and driving skills. Driving while intoxicated with drugs can lead to car crashes.

Affect your work productivity

With cannabis affecting your attention and concentration, you may not be able to pay attention to your work in the office. You forget to submit your reports. It will lead to low productivity which can be a reason to lose your job.

Addiction

Once you start consuming non-medical cannabis, leaving it will be difficult. You end up being an addict to the drug. Addiction makes you consume too much of your income on the drug leaving you broke. It can lead to multiple issues including your family falling apart.

Even though the indigenous people of Canada are at high risk of using non-medical cannabis, they get opportunities for income and employment. With the laws passed by the Canadian government, they will continue enjoying the cannabis business and still suffer the risks associated with non-medical cannabis.

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