I used to be persuaded about the non addictiveness of pot although my view of dopey old hippes and a lot of my students in the 60s was that it took away motivation. I was doing a lot of climbing and wanted a clear head. Some of the music sessions seemed to be pretty laid back but even then there were casualties, particularly those who were also acid heads


But I have seen too many damaged youngsters , just amongst people we know , who have developed cannabis psychosis and been left with bipolar conditions and even scizophrenia as well as some suicides


Where I live there is a serious problem of aggressive behaviour, apathy   and paranoia amongst young skunk smokers who smoke joints like they would Woodbines.

I'd put the risk at about 10% and they may be genetically predisposed or it may have mental roots or issues of upbringing.

I accept the apparent medical value to some smokers and know some kids who function OK but others who are pretty aimless without being apparently damaged.


I speak from close experience and think legalisation without serious education and genetic screening isn't worth the risk and family anguish.


having said all this my drug of choice was alcohol and that got hold of me until I decided enough was enough. Now I play 'Farewell to Whiskey' with mixed emotions, but i play it better!.