Facts and Figures: The Pros and Cons of Cannabis
From the Set Cannabis Today
"Cannabis" is the common name for a group of green, leafy plants that have been grown around the world and have been used for thousands of years by various cultures. "Marijuana" refers to the dried flowers, leaves, stems, and seeds of the cannabis plant. Some types of cannabis contain psychoactive (mind-altering) compounds, while others do not and are used to improve mental and physical health. Both recreational and medical cannabis are legal in some US states and countries. Facts & Figures: The Pros and Cons of Cannabis discusses perceptions about, and the legal status of, medical and recreational cannabis in the US and around the world. It also presents the views of celebrities, elected officials, doctors, and business people regarding the benefits and drawbacks of cannabis. Other topics that are discussed in detail include emerging cannabis products and uses, expected changes in legalization, career opportunities in legal cannabis sales, and improvements in treatments for addiction.Young people often have questions about cannabis, including: What are the differences between medical and recreational cannabis? How is cannabis grown, harvested, and prepared for sale? What are the negative physical and mental effects of cannabis use and abuse? What are the benefits of using medical cannabis? Why is cannabis especially harmful to teens, children, and unborn babies? What are the penalties for possessing illegal cannabis? What are some treatment options for people who have been diagnosed with cannabis use disorder? Cannabis Today provides answers to these and other questions. It will give you the facts that you need to understand this drug and its evolving recreational and medical uses, which is especially important, because there is a lot of misleading information published and discussed about cannabis.
SLJ Review of Cannabis Today
Gr. 7-10—The author of this series addresses the often-conflicting messages surrounding cannabis and aims to provide young readers with a deeper understanding of the drug and its various uses. All About Cannabis serves as a general introduction, while the other books in the series explore topics such as the drug’s impact on physical and mental health, its recreational use, and the pros and cons of legalization. Although there is some repetition of information across the books, the series effectively explains key differences between CBD and THC, highlighting the distinct effects of each. For readers interested in the cannabis industry, the books offer insights into job opportunities and future trends, while also covering the evolving legal status of the drug and featuring notable advocates for decriminalization. Each chapter opens with key terms and definitions and concludes with text-based questions and a research project. Sidebars throughout the book provide extra details, and QR codes link to educational videos. The back matter includes a glossary, an index, print and digital resources, and links to the videos.
VERDICT: A well-rounded and informative look at cannabis. Recommended.