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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Cannabis Abuse - Marijuana Abuse

Symptoms & Signs

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Marijuana has both short- and long-term effects on the body. Short-term effects last 2 to 4 hours when the marijuana is smoked. They can last 5 to 12 hours when it's taken by mouth. Short-term effects include:

accelerated heart rate

anxiety

delirium

delusions

disordered thinking

hallucinations

impaired concentration, thinking ability, and judgment

impaired perceptual and motor functions

inappropriate emotions

increased appetite

increased blood pressure

short-term memory loss

An individual abusing marijuana may have any of the following long-term symptoms:

ignoring consequences despite knowing the negative effects

legal problems

repeat failure to meet duties at work, school, or home

using marijuana when it is especially dangerous such as when driving

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