Do my survey about cannabis =)

[Fim]

yeeeah. It's my sociology questioner / interview thing, and it has to be in first thing on monday. I'm trying to gather a few good answers to analys in some debth.

DO NOT REPLY IF YOU HAVE NEVER TRIED CANNABIS As you're opinion will be of no help to me.

UK citizen preferable, as my coursework is about the reasons for the rise in cannabis use in the UK, but I suppose a few international opinions wouldn't hurt.

- QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

[Fim]

Earfetish

Thanks for doing it earlier, I got an extention so sorry for rushing you :D

I'll basicly just be taking the best answers and analysing them, so we'll see which ones suit.

[Haggard]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

If one wants to use it, he/she should be able to do so.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

No.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

They are talking bull. If there really is a "gateway drug" it would be cigarettes.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

That sure is a problem.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Because they want to experiment a bit? Don't know... :)

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

No.

[Metalix]

What is your view on cannabis use?

People are just weird sometimes. Some people are talking that cannabis is really dangerous, some people say it's even harmless than tobbaco. So, it's sometimes you get really confused what to trust on. I've been talking to people who smoke cannabis, so my view on cannabis is that; Cannabis would harm you, but it wont kill you. Of course, it'll harm you if you smoke it everyday. It's meant to be smoked just 4-5 times a month.

Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Some people can't live whitout it. Some can. You can't get addicted if you don't smoke it everyday. I don't think it's a negative social problem at all.

Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No, actually. Those who understands life, they "use" cannabis.

Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

You have to be really sure when you try drugs. Not just "Oh, ok, let me see what'll happen". You have to be really sure. You have to talk whit people which they experienced drugs and if you'll be sorry then.

[Link50000]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: - QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

I dont see a problem, i enjoy getting stoned with pals.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

No, its only negative if a majority says it is, fuckers.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

I've never tried anything harder, cannabis helps have fun the others make you depressed.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Crimes more of a heroin thing.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Not really, many of my well off pals do it too, some are very wealthy.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Try new things

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

I think it could be legalised, too stop all the crime of it, if there is any. Make it more open like amsterdan with prostitution

[Peter-II]

Heh, you're giving it to NG? That's hilarious. Christ I hate that class.

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

The economic benefits of legalising cannabis would be enormous, and thus, since it has no more negative health effects than alcohol or tobacco, should be legalized. Otherwise, I'm mostly impartial to the use of the substance itself.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Nah, it's a good social networking drug. A bunch of people lying around going on about love isn't doing any harm.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

It's only true in the sense that if you're smoking cannabis, then the chances are you'll know people who'll be able to persuade you to start taking other drugs, and that kind of thing. Otherwise, I don't really see why marijuana would motivate you to snort crack.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

There's only a link between hard drugs and violence / crime. The only crime linked with taking marijuana is the taking of marijuana itself.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Boredom, social networking, and the simple desire to experiment with oneself..

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Yeah; legalize and tax it. HUUUUGE economic benefits.

[Shikari]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

It's ok aslong as not over used or becomes abusive.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

In some cases, such as high idiots on the streets, but i haven't heard of any, surprisingly enough, Cannabis related crimes on the street.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

My thoughts would be, probably yes, considering a lot of people on harder drugs started out on cannabis, looking for a better buzz. I think that those people were most likely always looking for a "better buzz" hence them starting cannabis in the first place.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Well i think that if people get themselves into situations where cannabis requires them to comit crimes to get it, and to get money for it then they've created that problem for themself not cannabis, the same with violence, if you mean it's effects causing people to be more violent/Criminally minded, i don't know i would say, no to violence unless they had mental issues and crimminally minded only to supply themselves with cannabis, not them thinking i know i'll do other illegal activities now because i've done one

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Yeah i guess.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Boredom, a laugh, peer presure, bullying, depression, lots of reasons

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Missuse hmmmm, not sure, Well i suppose take a look at amsterdam and how they're controlling legalising it. If cannabis was so bad Amsterdam would have the highest homicide and suicide and death rate in the world probably.

Hope that helped dude :)

[SeizureDog]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: DO NOT REPLY IF YOU HAVE NEVER TRIED CANNABIS As you're opinion will be of no help to me.

HELLO SAMPLING ERROR.

Honestly, why are you bothering to do a survey when you're making it so biased? It's obvious that people that who've done it have a more positive outlook on it, otherwise they wouldn't have done it in the first place.

[Lost-Chances]

Well, I do live in the UK and I have used cannabis in the past. Just hope this helps.

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: - QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

While it isn't dangerous, you should be careful what you mix it with and how much you use.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Of course not. I feel it has a positive social effect since it brings people who would normally hate each other together.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

That is highly unlikely. While most people I know who've tried cannabis want to try something else, it is not a gateway drug at all.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Cannabis is a double edged sword really. It raises violence since people have the urge to get it. But drops violence since it brings people into a state where they don't want to fight at all. Some other drugs follow the same system and some other drugs raise violence, full stop. It's all because of cannabis being illegal that makes it slightly violent.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Not at all. Anyone can and will use it. Celebrities, rich people, middle class and lower class males and females will use it.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

To search for a desired effect they enjoy being in.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Well, it depends how you mean by misuse. Cannabis is like alchoal or smoking. If it's illegal, it will drag crime in. If it's made legal, most people wouldn't misuse it. It's only a select few that will.

If you mean people depending on it so much, then you need to first legalise it so most people, who would normally keep it to themselves, will open up without fears of being arrested. Then it can be handled like people who depend too much on legal substances.

It really depends what you mean by misuse.

[Fim]

At 1/18/07 02:06 PM, SeizureDog wrote:

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: DO NOT REPLY IF YOU HAVE NEVER TRIED CANNABIS As you're opinion will be of no help to me.

HELLO SAMPLING ERROR.

Honestly, why are you bothering to do a survey when you're making it so biased? It's obvious that people that who've done it have a more positive outlook on it, otherwise they wouldn't have done it in the first place.

I've already got some data on some anti marijuana respondants

and come on, half the people who've never tried weed know nothing about weed. It's no good people answering questions about nothing they know about. It's not me being selective in a biased way, it's just using common sense.

[Zerok]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

If you use it in moderation and for nothing other than medicinal or recreational purposes, then it's not really a big deal. My attitude towards weed is like the general attitude held towards alcohol by the young Western population.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

That depends entirely o nthe context. If all your chums smoke up every now and then and you have fun with them doing it, then that could be considered socially healthy. If weed use is being tied to "fitting in" at school X, and the mean GPA of school X drops due to the social pressure, you could say it's socially unhealthy.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

Those people are ignorant and close minded to think in such black and white terms. I'm sure there have been cases where weed has cleared the way for other drugs, but you can't possible ignore other factors that could have driven those cases to end up the way they did. For every person who gets into hard drugs by using weed, I'd be willing to bet that there was one who didn't.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

It's likely a positive correlate because many drugs impair judgement. Without zooming in to specific cases, that's all I can say.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Absolutely not. I'd guess that it's equal across SES, maybe even more so amongst upper class males and females.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

There can be a number of reasons. Social pressure, curiosity, depression, anguish... the list goes on. To sum it up: it experience an altered state of mind.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Never fully. It's not so simple as X causes Y, so remove X to remove Y.

[TheDepthsofHell]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote:
1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

as long as you don't use it hardcore, it doesn't affect you that much. i smoke once or twice on the weekends and i'm still in great shape and i got a 3.7 GPA last quarter for school.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

negative? hell no. it brings everyone together.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

i think they are full of fucking shit. most people use cannabis because they don't want to use hardcore drugs. less then 1% of users that try cannabis move on to harder drugs. the government loves to exaggerate facts though. 'nuff said.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

crime? violence? cannabis? you will rarely hear those words used in the same sentence. cannabis usually makes people quite the opposite. i know i just become really chill and relaxed. people that normally bother me, don't at all when i'm high.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

i won't say anything conclusive here because i don't have any statistics pulled for this nor have i seen any in the research i've done. but i know the people i smoke with aren't lower class.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

sometimes to fit in, sometimes because they have hard of the good affects it can give you. cannabis for instance can really relax you and you have a great time if you're with friends and such. i've also heard people have revelations from experimenting with LSD. it's just a way to let go and have fun.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

yes i do. legalize it. it's been in the process of this for about 30 years and its finally starting to emerge. as far as i know, certain amounts are legal in Colorado (right state? i dont know) and i thought they had a vote for legalization in New Mexico, Arizona, and Nevada. i may have the states mixed up but i do know it was legal in one state already and being voted for in three others. all out west. i never heard about the results from the vote.

as for legalizing it, they did so in a country in Europe that was previously having problems with it. users under 18 dropped a lot and so did much of the crime resulting from it. overall, it had a better affect when it was legal on the country then it did when it was illegal

obviously, certain rules would be set in place if it were to be legalized just as there are with alcohol. it could really bolster the economy i believe and reduce organized crime that brings it in the country illegally. also, it will finally be readily available for those who really do need it for medicinal purposes. for such conditions such as Glaucoma where it can reduce ocular pressure on the eye and therefore lessen the damage that can be done to the eye. and for otherobvious conditions where nausea is a factor and food cannot be kept down.

[Arcarsenal]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

I don't agree with it, I have tried it and I am glad I am over that stupid immature phase now. Although it is a stage which alot teenager go through, and most get through it some go on to ruin there lives.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

I think it leave people without motivation so they ruin there lives so they can't get jobs. I also gives people physical and metal problems.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

Once people have treid cannabis people want new better experinces, it also allows them to have the connections which drugs dealers to get harder drugs.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

People steal to get meoney to buy it. People become addicted so have to steal to feed there habits. Even if it is no physically addictive it is addictive because you constanley want to have once you have tried it. It maks you want to try it agian.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

It used to more middle class but yes it has probab;y become mostly lower class. It is mostly males, females often sometimes use it but alot less become addicted.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

because they want to try it and see what it is like, because it is exciting, partly because it is illegal. They do it because there friends do it and they want to be like them and they can be pressured into it.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

They could crack down on it more effectively, they could legalise it this would leave lots of drug dealer of of buisnes and mean that it would be harder to get harder drugs. It woudl take away the excitment of it being illegal. Or they would make the sentences higher e.g. put it up to a class A, so that people are frieghtened away from it.

[Oreily]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote:
1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

Perfectly fine if you abide by The Responsible Drug User's Oath

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

No.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

They would be correct, some people try pot get used to it and want to do harder shit.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

There is crime and violence over all kinds of drugs not JUST Marijuana.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No, I'd say they may start with it but lower class ends up doing harder drugs, my opinion.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Because it's taboo in our society something that everyone shuns on until you meet someone or find out that your friend does it and their life doesn't seem to be affected as much as those in our society say they are.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

No, they're will always be problems with ALL drugs, hell we still have Alcohol issues.

[TropicalPenquin]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: yeeeah. It's my sociology questioner / interview thing, and it has to be in first thing on monday. I'm trying to gather a few good answers to analys in some debth.

DO NOT REPLY IF YOU HAVE NEVER TRIED CANNABIS As you're opinion will be of no help to me.

UK citizen preferable, as my coursework is about the reasons for the rise in cannabis use in the UK, but I suppose a few international opinions wouldn't hurt.

- QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

It's Overrated. It isn;t as good or as dangerous as it's made out to be.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Nope, not if it is used be people who don't act like pricks when impaired in anyway.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

Bullshit. It's not the cannabis that doesthis but humans being inquesitive.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Probably true. But again it's only a select few who are twats.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No not at all.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Human nature

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

If they legalised it, it wouldn't be misuse i supose. It should not be legalised unless their is very tight control of the substance which their won't be so it's a bad idea.

[Gendo]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

I think it's perfectly fine. It's not as risky as other drugs.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Nope, but excessive use leading to lethargy is.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

While it may give more "adventurous" people the urge to try harder substances, it's all about self-control when it comes to making such choices. Not every dopesmoker is going to do heroin.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Violence between drugs gangs is an issue, but legalization could solve this problem.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No, plenty of upperclassmen use it as well.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Some do it out of depression, others do it out of curiosity.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Legalization and regulation.

[Arcarsenal]

It seems to me that the vast majouity of people who have done this or everyone apart from me is pro cannabis, Is this because you are still users? Cause I was just wondering if that is part of the reason why.

[Gendo]

At 1/18/07 03:28 PM, Arcarsenal wrote: It seems to me that the vast majouity of people who have done this or everyone apart from me is pro cannabis, Is this because you are still users? Cause I was just wondering if that is part of the reason why.

Nope, I haven't use cannabis in years. I'm all for legalizing it because I want to smoke it again without the fear of purchasing laced weed from a shady dealer or getting busted for posession.

[Denvish]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: UK citizen preferable, as my coursework is about the reasons for the rise in cannabis use in the UK, but I suppose a few international opinions wouldn't hurt.

Birmingham

- QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

It's fine as a recreational drug. Generally less harmful than either tobacco or alcohol, but then of course the government can't currently skim massive taxes off of cannabis sales. Give it time.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Nope. It suits certain people, and it helps some who might otherwise not have any friends find a group of friends they can identify. Long term use can lead to a lack of motivation, but long-term of any drug (legal or illegal) can lead to problems.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

Bollocks. There's no proof of that. If someone's going to get into heroin or cocaine, it doesn't matter whether or not they tried pot first.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

People stoned on pot can't be arsed commiting crimes, they're too busy studying the carpet or discussing the meaning of life. It's not a particularly expensive habit. The lumping together of cannabis and 'other drugs' makes this question pretty invalid in my opinion.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Nope. High class, middle class, lower class, from council estate to university, most people will try it at some stage.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Because it's interesting. Some do it to rebel, some do it because they like the feeling, some do it because they're hooked (more so on the Class A drugs)

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

What is 'misuse' in this context? Queen Victoria used cannabis for pain relief and childbirth. Pretty much every society, including Amazonian Indians, American Indians, African Bushmen, etc has used drugs at some point - usually it's for mystical/religious reasons, but what your average student is doing is just a watered-down version of that - looking for things beyond the normal perception of everyday life. Why does the government have a problem with that? Because, as mentioned above, they haven't yet figured out a way to tax it.

[BlueFlameSkulls]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: - QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

I'm neutral towards it, I believe that smoking cannabis and smoking tobacco should be the same thing except of course the outcome.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Not at all. In fact the only problem with it is the legality on it.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

I can personally say that I have never tried harder substances due to cannabis. It really relies on the person rather than the drug.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

If cannabis was legal then crime figure will go down

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

I've known people from the higher class of society who use the stuff, and likewise with gender.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

They're not rebels in anyway they're the people who truly understand experience.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Simple, legalise it and make it avalible in retail. Crime figures will go down due to less people caught in possession of it and dealers who are violent (from lack of payments)will cease to exist. If schools would teach people how to use cannabis properly like we do with sexual health like STDs and condoms then there would be less misuse (as if there are any consequences like ODing :rollseyes:).

[Arcarsenal]

At 1/18/07 03:30 PM, Gendo wrote:

At 1/18/07 03:28 PM, Arcarsenal wrote: It seems to me that the vast majouity of people who have done this or everyone apart from me is pro cannabis, Is this because you are still users? Cause I was just wondering if that is part of the reason why.

Nope, I haven't use cannabis in years. I'm all for legalizing it because I want to smoke it again without the fear of purchasing laced weed from a shady dealer or getting busted for posession.

I suppose that are the main downfalls of it has tones of shit in with it which makes it really bad for you and the shady dealers and it being illegal, it probably would be used more respincibly if it was legal. I still don't agree with it though, and think that there are lots of problems with it, even if it was legal.

[SeizureDog]

At 1/18/07 02:37 PM, Fim wrote: and come on, half the people who've never tried weed know nothing about weed.

And half the people that do weed know nothing about what they're taking. Most will pass it of as completely harmless. And granted, it's not as bad as tobacco or anything, but inhaling smoke never is so hot for the body. How bad it is a matter of debate, but it can hardly be argued that it doesn't have some negative side effects.

So basically, nonusers think it's worse than it is, and users think it's not as bad as it is. You get biased results no matter where you turn really.

[Polend]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote:

- QUESTIOZ -

Oh, I get it, it's supposed to be a sideways "N"

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

I think it's a hard to answer question, some people deal with it better than others. I don't think there is one right answer here.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Like most of the questions you asked, it can go different for different people. For some, they find it to make them higher in some circles, and others get lower.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

As I have been saying, some people who like to experiment will move up while others stay where they're at.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

It really depends on the mental health and history of the user. If that person has a tendency towards violent crime than yes, cannabis may (note I said may) amplify the subject's violent tendencies, but as I have said, there is no straight answer to these.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

I don't think that only lower class people are doing it, but I was at a homeless shealter and I would say a good 80%-90% were there for drug related issues, but I do belive higher classes are doing it, I just haven't caught wind of said drug use yet.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

I honestly don't know this one. It may be for a stronger buzz or whatever, but this feild I am unsure of.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

No way in hell. I don't even know where to begin talking about the impossibilities of that issue so I'll leave it at that.

[PhoenixDancer]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote:
1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

A illigal drug.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

Not rly.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

Those people smoke cocaine.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Around 50% of all crimes are proberly drug based, i have no science to back me up though :)

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

Dunno.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Because there mentaly retarded, or scientists wanting to find info about them.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

Kill the cannabis users... KILL EM ALL!

[Oreily]

At 1/18/07 03:42 PM, SeizureDog wrote:

At 1/18/07 02:37 PM, Fim wrote:

So basically, nonusers think it's worse than it is, and users think it's not as bad as it is. You get biased results no matter where you turn really.

Disagree I try my best to give an unbiased opinion especially for petople who are thinking of smoking it for the first time, I don't tell them "Hey man it's cool it actully makes your brain bigger!" I tell them "Smoking is bad no matter what it is, your are taking a risk by smoking it, it is illegal and you are risking getting lung cancer."

"However it's not like IT is going to cost you your life, if in ten years your out on the street with no money, no job, no life it's your fault and no one elses."

Thats the basic speech I give to newbies who want to try pot, I don't think it's biased it's just I've seen through the window both ways and I try to advise these people as best as I possibly can.

[nannal]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote:
- QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

meh not too bad

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

nope

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

they are morons

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

that its bollocks

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

chavs, yes but so do i too

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

thats what i did

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

nope

[N-Antichrist]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: 1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

If booze is allowed, why not Cannabis?

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

No. People themselves are the problems, not the drugs they take

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

They're too bored

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Violent people do violent stuff, but Alcohol is more likely to cause crimes that cannabis.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

no. loads of people do it.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

They aren't happy with what they have.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

No. There is no way to fully solve the problem, but if they want to at least help it, then legalize it, and give it the same sort of treatment the government gives other drugs.

[ornery]

At 1/18/07 01:22 PM, Fim wrote: - QUESTIOZ -

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?

A waste of time and money. Also pretty pointless in my mind, if you need a drug to make you have fun, or enjoy something, or relax then you lead a sad exsistance.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?

No, it certainly does bring people together, but so do a million other things some better than others.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.

For some people it is, they lose intrest with the weakness of cannabis and want to see what other stuff does. I personally know a few people like this. Others however are quite satisfied with the small highs they get from a nice joint or bowl and think that other durgs are retarded.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?

Most people who only do cannabis arent exactly prone to violence, they tend to be much more chilled out and understanding. There are those who do it who lack the proper ettiqute at times however. If your smart about using your weed than you tend to have a reliable trustworthy supplier. Crime from drugs happens when people get desperate looking for a fix and go to dealers they cant trust or arent familiar with.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?

No, from the way I see things its mostly people (male or female) between 16-32 of the middle class.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?

Stupidity, curiosity. People say boredome or for escape but really those two fall into curiosity imo. They are curious as to whether it will make life easyer for them or make them feel better.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?

well technically legalizing it would make it no longer misuse. But if they dont want to legalize they will never solve the problem.

[Earfetish]

Posting my answers for arguments or something I dunno I've e-argued this a million times

1.
What is your view on cannabis use?
Cannabis use is a problem in the UK largely because it is illegal and therefore the illegal sale of it is encouraged. Anecdotal evidence has already proven cannabis as a better 'social drug' than alcohol in regards to how the user acts on it and the use of cannabis causes no major societal problems. It is also used in almost every subculture and has pervaded every tier of society.
2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem?
To some extent, the use of any drug is a negative social problem, in that a worker who is teetotal will work harder than one who smokes cannabis or drinks alcohol. Regardless, legalisation of cannabis, I think, will not lower the country's GDP as everyone who will use it already uses it. I do not believe legal cannabis use has any substantial negative effects on a society and that has already been proven with Canada.

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances.
Cannabis is a 'gateway drug' because it is an illegal drug, and is only considered a 'gateway drug' because it is the first illegal drug most people try. I believe this 'gateway' will close if cannabis is legalised. I acknowledge that it is the first drug people try but I believe people try harder drugs out of curiosity or desperation rather than 'to look for a better high than the one weed gives me'. Many people who plan to use cannabis in the future but haven't yet will tell you that they also plan to try various other drugs at some point afterwards, indicating it is the person who chooses to do the drugs, rather than that they get caught on a 'slippery slope'. Finally, heroin addiction and homelessness in Britain are not a result of people becoming addicted to heroin because they smoked cannabis but is rather due to problems such as relative deprivation, homelessness, unemployment, and depression.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs?
Drugs are synonymous with crime, and somewhat ironically the drug most likely to cause the user to be violent - alcohol - is one of few legal recreational drugs. Criminal acts done in the pursuit of money to buy cannabis are probably rarer than such crime to buy alcohol, and cannabis does not cause the user to become violent or aggressive. Drugs such as heroin cause crime because the prices are artificially high and the users are hopelessly poor, and a worthwhile trial solution would be the legalisation and cheap sale via the NHS of heroin. People who focus on such a link should realise that there are plenty of factors that go in to making someone take drugs and it is likely that the poor and hopeless are more likely to take drugs than others and their poverty results in criminal actions, or that people with mental disabilities are more likely to take drugs, resulting in both a distortion of the amount of cannabis users who are schizophrenic, for instance, as well as the likelihood of drugs causing violent behaviour.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis?
I would agree with that statement and would extend it to most drugs. However cannabis use is still rife in middle and upper class society and I've smoked with people of all occupations and classes.
6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs?
I would say most people experiment with drugs due to curiosity, which is partially due to their illegal basis. Beyond that, it depends what drug you are experimenting with - some people enjoy the mind-expanding effects of hallucinogens, some people like the artificial highs of drugs like cocaine or heroin, and some people experiment with drugs because their lives are depressing and rotten and the only joy they can find is in taking drugs.
7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse?
Honest education about drugs and their realistic dangers is essential, as kids who take drugs ignore what the schools have told them, having learnt early on that most of it was lies. Furthermore, legalisation would work, as it would remove the criminal from cannabis and would ensure that the weed bought in Britain today didn't contain plastic bags or fibreglass, which is a major health concern to a lot of smokers. Cannabis has spent too long being a mysterious and naughty drug when it should be seen as the less exciting drug that it is.

[kustdro]

1.
What is your view on cannabis use? Its good if used in moderation.

2.
Do you think that using cannabis is a negative social problem? No

3.
What are your thoughts on those who say that cannabis is the "gateway drug" to harder substances. The only gateway is the persons choice to use any drug , period.

4.
What do you think of the link of violence and crime in relation to cannabis and other drugs? Ive never seen any marijuana related violence. And I live with someone who sells it.

5.
Would you say that it is predominantly the lower class males of society that use cannabis? Could be. Im a loser.

6.
Why do you think people experiment with drugs? Boredom, not enough social activities.

7.
Do you think there is any way the government could fully solve the nation's problems with cannabis misuse Yes, legalize it and monitor it. Same as alcohol. Look what prohibition did, it made alcohol related violence increase ten fold, get rid of the laws that dont allow you to smoke, crimes may go down.

Hope that helped.