No matter what form of cannabis is extracted for use on the human body, its effects are extremely altering. A person can use its effects in a positive or negative fashion. They can use it to altar their state of consciousness when trying to escape some sort of inner conflicts or to functionally heal their ailments. Its usage is still considered immoral throughout the United States, unless its use is for medical needs. The chemical effects of THC, cannabolinol, and cannabidiol prove to be the most important active principles within the hemp plant, and their reactions within the body are the cause of various alterations in consciousness.
Conclusion
These three drugs have been chemically proven to cause many changes within the human body. Some changes may be positive, while others may be harmful. Opium and cocaine are both very addictive and cause withdrawal symptoms. Even though these drugs cause chemical alterations on the body, billions of people continue to use then them throughout the world. All of these drugs are mainly used for their euphoric effects to escape the conflicts within ones personal life.
References
“Opium,” Microsoft? Encarta? Online Encyclopedia 2000
http://encarta.msn.com ? 1997-2000 Microsoft Corporation.