Marijuana is Not Addictive; Marijuana is natural so it can’t be bad; Weed is not a gateway drug to harder drugs; There is not enough scientific study of marijuana.; Legalization and the public perception of safety; Industry Disinformation; Weed Use Trajectories; Edibles; Poly-Substance Use; Thoughts about Medical Marijuana
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