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Marijuana. Therapeutic use. Juvenile literature.
Cannabis. Therapeutic use. Juvenile literature.
Marijuana. Health aspects. Juvenile literature.
Marijuana. Therapeutic use.
Cannabis. Therapeutic use.
Marijuana. Health aspects.
From the Marijuana Today series (5 titles) comes a comprehensive overview of what we know about the benefits of marijuana d what we don't. The book goes into some detail about the individual diseases that marijuana has been shown to help in varying degrees: illnesses ranging from epilepsy and inflammatory bowel disease to anxiety, PTSD, and MS. The book gives an overview of the drug and then discusses its components, how it soothes specific illnesses and symptoms, and its side effects. How different countries use and regulate marijuana is gone over in some detail, as are some of the studies that have brought clarity to assumptions about the use of medical marijuana. Overall, this is dry reading, and in some cases repetitive. Still, students doing research on the topic will find it extremely useful to have all this information in one compact book. The layout, with numerous photos and plenty of white space, makes this easier to plow through.
School Library Journal (Thu Nov 01 00:00:00 CDT 2018)Clayborne, Leigh Marijuana: Facts, Figures, & Opinions . ISBN 9781422241066 . Morkes, Andrew . Growing Career Opportunities in the Marijuana Industry . ISBN 9781422241042 . Nelson, Julie . Marijuana in Society . ISBN 9781422241059 . Clayborne, Leigh Marijuana's Harmful Effects on Youth . ISBN 9781422241073 .ea vol: 80p. (Marijuana Today). further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. Mason Crest . Aug. 2018. lib. ed. $33.27. Gr 9 Up With much talk surrounding marijuana legalization in the United States, this informative series comes at just the right time. Instead of providing answers to the debate, the authors present current, credible information from numerous studies and reputable research, allowing readers to draw their own conclusions. With a highly international focus, information and perspectives on marijuana use, research, public opinion, and current levels of legalization are presented from numerous cultures around the globe. The biochemistry of both medical and recreational use is explained. Successful medicinal uses as well as the risks, side effects, and addictive properties of recreational use are discussed. Career opportunities in this burgeoning industry are also looked at in great depth. One unique feature of this series is educational videos, scannable by QR codes, that appear throughout, adding another element of support to the subject. VERDICT Thorough and balanced, this eye-opening account of a timely topic is an essential purchase.
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School Library Journal (Thu Nov 01 00:00:00 CDT 2018)
Once considered a dangerous drug, marijuana has now become recognized and accepted for its therapeutic benefits. From cancer to post-traumatic stress disorder, scientific studies have proven its medicinal value. We can better understand why it works and how it works. With these findings, many countries and states are moving toward legalization and approval for the treatment of several conditions. In The Benefits of Medical Marijuana, you'll learn how various countries treat medical marijuana, studies that support its benefits for a wide variety of condition (and some that don't), potential side effects of marijuana, and much more. As you learn more, you'll have a better understanding of the issues facing patients, government officials, and the public. You'll have the facts to decide what you believe and the facts to discuss it with others. The Benefits of Medical Marijuana is just one of five fascinating titles in the Marijuana Today series. Readers will learn about medical and recreational marijuana, the benefits and harmful effects of using marijuana, the various legal marijuana products that are now available, what supporters and opponents of marijuana legalization have to say, and much more. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the reader's comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each chapter as well and provide readers with suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. And a Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader's knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.