Whether we like it or not, marijuana is becoming more prevalent every day in our society. As a counselor for substance abuse classes, students tell me all the time how easy it is to “score” weed.
This is the second in a series of blogs looking at how our nation seems to becoming more relaxed with respect to marijuana every day. Marijuana is currently legal for medicinal purposes in almost 1/3 of the country and is on the ballot of a few more this year. It is even legal for recreational purposes in both Washington and Colorado.
Do you think this is a good idea? One of the claims is that it is so prevalent that arresting all users is impossible. Another argument is that prosecuting marijuana users is a total waste of money because the drug is pretty benign. Do you agree with either of these theories?
Let’s face it – weed is everywhere. If you have a child and you do not want them using marijuana you are in deep trouble. It is out there and easy to get. So what can we do? I welcome any input from my loyal readers on this issue.
We will continue to look at this issue.