Understanding Marijuana: A New Look at the Scientific Evidence
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| Rating | : | 4.43 (774 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0195182952 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 344 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-02-03 |
| Language | : | English |
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A Customer said All the research to silence the critics. I heard this guy on NPR and thought he sounded like he had a good head on his shoulders, so I bought the book. It is extremely impressive. I was amazed at how much research is actually out there in the first place, but I also felt like Earleywine explained it to me without being condescending or dull. I've become a bit of an expert among my friends, many of whom often spout a lot of . The Truth A Customer It's finally herethat book you've been wanting to have around to silence your parent, partner, or employer who gives you too much trouble about pot. The guy knows his stuff and explains it so you can explain it to every dork who tries to tell you that pot is dangerous.. A scholarly and painstakingly objective analysis Understanding Marijuana: A New Look At The Scientific Evidence by Mitch Earleywine (Associate Professor of Clinical Science and director of Clinical Training in Psychology, University of Southern California) is a scholarly and painstakingly objective analysis of the highly controversial and largely illegal and pharmaceutically controlled substance known as cannabis, marijuana, ganja,
One in three Americans has smoked pot at least once. All sides of the debate have appropriated the scientific evidence on marijuana to satisfy their claims. What then are we to make of these conflicting portrayals of a drug with historical origins dating back to 8,000 B.C.?Understanding Marijuana examines the biological, psychological, and societal impact of this controversial substance. To others, medical marijuana is an organic means of easing the discomfort or stimulating the appetite of the gravely ill. Tracing the medical and political debates surrounding marijuana in a balanc
"a well-balanced, up-to-date, non-specialist book that should appeal to a wide audience."--Nature"a valuable and instructive resource for anyone interested in cannabis and/or the reform of marijuana laws. This volume will be a welcome addition to college and university libraries."--Choice . Earleywine's highly readable book clears up some common marijuana myths and helps readers to better evaluate and understand the current cannabis debate. The book achieves its objective of providing a balanced and definitive primer on the most widely used illicit substance in the United Statesand convincingly debunks many widely held myths."--Jon Gettman, High Times"Earleywine has contributed a well-balanced, up-to-d
He is Associate Editor of The Behavior Therapist.. Mitch Earleywine, Ph.D. He has received nine teaching awards for his courses on drugs and human behavior and is a leading researcher in psychology and addictions. is Associate Professor of Clinical Science and Director of Clinical Training in Psychology at the University of Southern California