Marijuana: Examining the Facts

Drawing on scientific evidence from medicine, psychology, criminology, and sociology, this book explores the veracity of claims about marijuana use and misuse.

• Provides a one-stop resource for straight answers on the impacts—good and bad—of marijuana use in the United States

• Outlines potential sources of myths and false claims about marijuana use and misuse

• Presents data transparently, without the biases, judgments, or subtle manipulations that often skew public opinion

• Includes primary documents and empirical data and statistics from objective, authoritative sources

• Draws from a range of scientific disciplines to help readers fully understand the multidimensional causes, consequences, and risks of marijuana use and abuse