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  i don't think anyone disagrees that weed CAN be dangerous. everyone knows that.
context: "Everything is poison and nothing is poison, it's just a matter of quantity"
  
  Paracelsus, 1493 - 1541 >
  
  The dose makes the poison >
  
  I think the addiction aspect (that people don’t want admit) “you can’t get addicted” (oh yes you can!) Is the real dangerous aspect. I’ve seen people get angry, and so unproductive if they don’t have some. >
  
  It is not any more real than the other aspects to me, but I agree with you. Have seen the same.
  Inb4 "not every addict is unproductive and gets angry if the shop is closed and they can't get some" : Of course there are some people who are the opposite - very productive after they've smoked, since it calms their anxiety. Sure. >
  
  It’s also possible to get addicted to it. Just because it’s a non addictive substance doesn’t mean it can’t be abused. If you can’t wake up, eat, sleep, or go to work without being stoned - that’s a pretty clear indication that it’s become a problem. >
  
  I don’t like this way of looking at addiction because it becomes overly broad. I’m not saying it’s not a legitimate view of addiction but by that definition almost everyone in our society is an addict. At the chemical level I know plenty of people who get pretty cranky if they don’t have their coffee in the morning but at a more philosophical level who isn’t “addicted” to something. Whether it’s work, sex, sugar, food, our phones (try taking away a kids phone for 3 hours and watch the response) we are almost all a little traumatized and so we all use external things to help us cope with our lives. But I think there needs to be a distinction made between someone who will literally die or suffer immensely if they don’t get their drug (like an alcoholic or opiate addict) and someone dependent on something external to them. I think to equate them is unfair to both >
  
  And I feel you about making a distinction and don’t necessarily disagree. I would say addiction is kind of a blanket term, which is why prefacing addiction with the substance in question is an easy way to distinguish the severity and impact of the topic. Like yeah some people have a coffee addiction, some people have a meth addiction. Not the same at all but both addictions. >
  
  No no. Don't swallow weed >
  
  unless it's an edible? >
  
  edibles are processed. your body can't break down the THC in the plant without it being released via heat (burning, cooking, etc) >
  
  I know, just replied to their joke (I think it was meant as a joke referring to the title of my post). >
  
  Accurate estimation. It was a joke indeed >
  
  Water and air can be dangerous too. This whole planet wants humans dead :) >
  
  Correct. Anything can be poison in correct dosages. I will add that info in an edit to the post.
  Edit: Some people ignore this fact, that's why I think it's an unpopular opinion, got many angry stoners because of this opinion. >
  
  I understand where you're coming from. I used to be a huge stoner. I was able to function just fine in public and society when I was high. For some people it is definitely a different story. I agree it can get out of control very quickly. As with any drug, one should definitely have a good grasp on self-control.  It's also worth noting that any smoke inhalation is damaging to the lungs. >
  
  My ex used to be addicted to it. He would become enraged, break things, yell, hit people if he ran out or was getting low and wasn’t sure if he could get more. In college my parents sent me some money for my bday. He flipped out on me in the car and threatened to punch me if I didn’t give him the $$ for weed. We didn’t stay together long after that. >
  
  I'm so sorry you had to go through that, addictions suck, but are not an excuse to be an abusive prick. I'm glad you don't have to be in that situation anymore. I hope you're better now. >
  
  I think they do that because they want it legalized and fear that the negative possibilities could harm that. 
  That said, I agree. It’s actually harmful in the long run to pretend it’s perfect with 0 potential risks. If it becomes legal and then starts to come out that it’s causing harm in some percentage of the population, the push to re schedule it could be huge. 
  However, I do believe weed is less harmful than alcohol. So, I don’t see why it’s still even a debate. >
  
  Dude we’ve all gotten too high and gotten paranoid it’s not that big of a deal >
  
  Isn't it that big of a deal or maybe is it? I'm not sure.
  Also, paranoia differs from psychosis or schizophrenia. >
  
  You can’t get that shit from smoking weed man those are like serious mental illnesses >
  
  Fact is, you can induce/trigger/awaken a psychosis due to weed or any other drugs. >
  
  No way not weed maybe like acid or something weed is so harmless! >
  
  I take anything from a 3 letter government organization with a grain of salt tbh. I smoked my whole life and I’m like the most mentally stable person I know >
  
  That's on you for not trusting government papers.
  Also, that's only your experience/perspective. There are plenty others who have experienced differently, even if they did the same thing as you. >
  
  Trusting the government is like the worst mistake you can make hahaha >
  
  "Everything is poison and nothing is poison, it's just a matter of quantity"
  
  Paracelsus, 1493 - 1541 >
  
  The dose makes the poison >
  
  It’s also possible to get addicted to it. Just because it’s a non addictive substance doesn’t mean it can’t be abused. If you can’t wake up, eat, sleep, or go to work without being stoned - that’s a pretty clear indication that it’s become a problem. >
  
  Yes, you can't get physically addicted to weed (only to the nicotine if you smoke it together with tobacco), but you can definitely get addicted to it mentally and have physical withdrawal symptoms. >
  
  What do you mean by can't get physically addicted to it ? >
  
  It means the substance itself is not addicting. Which doesn't mean that you can't get addicted at all since you can still get addicted to the feeling of being stoned >
  
  The schizophrenia triggering one is a bit hard to completely prove and if I am honest tonight I am too lazy to go look up if better research has been done since I last looked. The ages people generally begin trying weed and the ages where it's common for schizophrenia to emerge overlap a lot. 
  Everything is a very personal experience and the endocanabinoid system is huge making it hard to predict. It can be bad for people. For me my visual snow and anxiety go away or down when I smoke reguarly. >
  
  I was watching a podcast where a guy mentioned that weed was actually the trigger for schizophrenia for him and his family members because of a genetic condition.
  Don’t take any drugs lightly guys, whether it be caffeine, alcohol, weed or cocaine. Your brain and body chemistry is extremely complex and messing with it should be done with caution. >
  
  Stoners are some of the most defensive substance abusers out there. >
  
  I think the addiction aspect (that people don’t want admit) “you can’t get addicted” (oh yes you can!) Is the real dangerous aspect. I’ve seen people get angry, and so unproductive if they don’t have some. >
  
  It is not any more real than the other aspects to me, but I agree with you. Have seen the same.
  Inb4 "not every addict is unproductive and gets angry if the shop is closed and they can't get some" : Of course there are some people who are the opposite - very productive after they've smoked, since it calms their anxiety. Sure. >
  
  How is this an unpopular opinion? Everyone with 2 brain cells knows EVERY drug has its dangers >
  
  You could say sometimes it’s a little difficult to find someone with 2 brain cells >
  
  It has a different effect on just about everyone. If people think it can't cause harm they are stupid.
  That being said, it has virtually no negative side effects on me. Maybe causes me too eat too much late at night? >
  
  True, as every human has different chemical makeup in their brain.
  I'm glad you don't experience any negative effects, I hope it stays that way for you. Enjoy your munchies! >
  
  Weed is a drug, all drugs have side effects, and (almost) all recreational drugs have a risk of addiction. The danger/risk for weed is pretty low in the grand scheme of things, but some stoners denying it exists has been a thing for literally decades at this point tbh. >
  
  Has anyone mentioned Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome.  Look it up.  I’m an ER nurse and see it fairly regularly.  Person comes in smelling of old crusty, smokes all day, marijuana and has abdominal pain and the loudest vomiting. All the tests are negative except THC + and an antipsychotic like haldol helps their symptoms.  It’s one of the most obvious negative effects of heavy marijuana usage and many afflicted are in complete denial about it. >
  
  
  Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
  
  Nobody has mentioned it yet, but you're right, it's true. >
  
  My ex used to be addicted to it. He would become enraged, break things, yell, hit people if he ran out or was getting low and wasn’t sure if he could get more. In college my parents sent me some money for my bday. He flipped out on me in the car and threatened to punch me if I didn’t give him the $$ for weed. We didn’t stay together long after that. >
  
  I'm so sorry you had to go through that, addictions suck, but are not an excuse to be an abusive prick. I'm glad you don't have to be in that situation anymore. I hope you're better now. >
  
  I don’t necessarily disagree with you about your overall point, but I do have to ask, why do you feel you need to share your opinion with people who enjoy smoking weed?
  I mean, didn’t you say it’s all about freedom of choice? 
  If that’s the case, even if you feel weed is a poison and that it is addictive, isn’t it still their right? >
  
  Water and air can be dangerous too. This whole planet wants humans dead :) >
  
  Correct. Anything can be poison in correct dosages. I will add that info in an edit to the post.
  Edit: Some people ignore this fact, that's why I think it's an unpopular opinion, got many angry stoners because of this opinion. >
  
  I understand where you're coming from. I used to be a huge stoner. I was able to function just fine in public and society when I was high. For some people it is definitely a different story. I agree it can get out of control very quickly. As with any drug, one should definitely have a good grasp on self-control.  It's also worth noting that any smoke inhalation is damaging to the lungs. >
  
  I think they do that because they want it legalized and fear that the negative possibilities could harm that. 
  That said, I agree. It’s actually harmful in the long run to pretend it’s perfect with 0 potential risks. If it becomes legal and then starts to come out that it’s causing harm in some percentage of the population, the push to re schedule it could be huge. 
  However, I do believe weed is less harmful than alcohol. So, I don’t see why it’s still even a debate. >
  
  No no. Don't swallow weed >
  
  unless it's an edible? >
  
  edibles are processed. your body can't break down the THC in the plant without it being released via heat (burning, cooking, etc) >
  
  I know, just replied to their joke (I think it was meant as a joke referring to the title of my post). >
  
  Accurate estimation. It was a joke indeed >
  
  I know 2 people who's schizophrenia was triggered by weed. 
  I personally get pankc attacks from it, so have decided to stay away from it >
  
  I know tons of people (worked in prisons and mental health) the shit can be dangerous and make people loop out when withdrawing from it. >
  
  I know a couple friends addicted to it. They sure aren't that productive in life, either. Correlation? >
  
  I don't care if someone smokes but this delusional idea that it's harmless that most smokers have is extremely dangerous. >
  
  I think the reasons some stoners get angry is because there are still a lot of people out there pushing "Reefer Madness" levels of propaganda about weed. Even the examples of "danger" you gave are pretty tame, or rely on the person having other underlying issues that weed exacerbates. The simple truth is that, for as long as we've studied it, weed has few, if any serious longterm medical rammifications associated with its use or even abuse. Might there be something we've not seen? Sure, but compared to the track record of just about any other drug, weed is coming out smelling like roses. Metaphorically, that is. Meanwhile, have you looked at the side-effect list for Advil? Nobody is campaigning to have that taken off the shelves. And this is to say nothing of the opiate crisis in this country, which is something weed  is uniquely positioned to absolve.
  Additionally, while I acknowledge it can be mentally addictive, so can literally anything else. Cake, video games, social media, beekeeping... whatever gets you your jollies.
  I think we're going to keep seeing stoners get angry when people criticize weed because compared to all the other drugs, medications, and controlled substances out there, especially the ones that they advocate weed taking the place of, criticizing it is like nitpicking the most well-dressed person in the room because his shoes are scuffed, while everyone else is wearing urine-soaked rags.