Cannabis laws

There has been much controversy over the use of drugs in the story Alice in wonderland throughout the years. In this paper I will be researching and writing about the representation of drugs in the children’s story and also the drugs that were being used during the Victorian era. Drugs are hinted all throughout Alice in Wonderland. From when Alice eats cakes, mushrooms, and drinks potions to grow and shrink, to the obvious part of the story where the Caterpillar is described as smoking out of a…

Michael Gugliotta 5/5/15 English 2 Honors Mrs. Salvatorelli Marijuana, America’s Favorite Drug Many people throughout the world use drugs for numerous reasons. Drugs have been used primarily for medical uses and for recreational use. Most drugs that are not prescribed by a physician are illegal due to the effects they have on people who do them. Recreational drugs are in high demand, leading to a rise in drug dealing. Many people are arrested for buying and selling these drugs. One of the most…

Lori Macintosh Cannabis and its Effects on the Body and Society Introduction Cannabis is the name given to the medical and recreational drug prepared for use from the cannabis plant. Indigenous to Central and South Asia, it is known to have been used by ancient Hindus in India and Nepal thousands of years ago and has an ancient history of being used in rituals. Criminalization of cannabis in various countries began in the early 20th century. Cannabis is currently rated a Class B drug in the UK…

Background Information- Cannabis sativa, or marijuana as we have come know, has been around for five millennia and used medically throughout the world to treat many medical ailments, which include pain, whooping cough, asthma and anxiety. A. Therefore, regardless of the fact cannabis utilization does not have the evidence-based controlled trials to merit the beneficial use required for prescriptive authority, the trials to date, alongside the successful historical use of cannabis in treating…

Several negative psychological effects that weed can cause are anxiety, depression, panic, and paranoia. Studies have proven that long term use of cannabis or marijuana destroys dopamine. Dopamine helps tell the brain when something exciting is about to happen. This is why when some people are “high” they are serene and lose sense of urgency or feelings. One effect that marijuana has on most users…

Medical Marijuana for Children During the past few decades, the United States has been in limbo on the idea of using marijuana as a medicine. Over time, acceptance of medical marijuana by the public has changed. Currently, there are 25 states that have some form of medicinal marijuana. In these states, doctors can prescribe it for a variety of symptoms, ranging from insomnia to cancer. Some people find relief in medical marijuana, but that is not always the case, due to legality and the lack…

Kathryn Dennis and Thomas Ravenel of Southern Charm have been dealing with a lot of drama with their custody battle. Recently it came out that Kathryn failed a drug test and Thomas was able to get joint custody of the kids. Now All About the Tea is revealing exclusive information on what all Kathryn Dennis failed on her drug test. Right now they are in a huge legal battle over the kids. Thomas wasn't able to see his kids for weeks before winning joint custody. When they did their drug tests,…

PREPARATION OUTLINE Purpose Statement: To inform my audience about the basics of essential oils. Thesis Statement: Since biblical times, essential oils from plants have been harvested and distilled for topical, aromatic, and internal use by many as part of a wellness regimen. I. Introduction A. Attention Getter: Since the beginning of time, plants have been used for the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of people. Today, some of the most advanced pharmacological drugs mimic…

Thymoquinone has been an intriguing find in the field of medicine and health science. Thymoquinone is a chemical extracted from the Nigella Sativa plant or also known as the Fennel Flower. (The International Journal of Biochemistry & Cell Biology.) The earliest uses of Nigella Sativa, or black seed, date back to 570 C.E. (naturalsociety.com). This plant has been used as a medicine for all types of human illnesses. Because of its potency in reducing or curing diseases, it was deemed as the “cure…

HOW DID THE ‘SWINGING’ 60S IMPACT ON MODEN BRITISH GRAPHIC DESIGN? The central theme to this essay is to discuss and prove how the ‘Swinging’ 60s has impacted modern British design; this will be achieved through extensive research into the culture and artists that were prominent in the decade. In this essay I will analyse and compare two British artists/designers that I believe were at their prime in the 1960s. The 1960s was a colourful decade for Britain, following the aftermath of the…