In the United States of America, among all other possible candidates, cannabis is said to be the most commonly abused substance. An estimated 0.6% (or 22.5 million) of people in America reported using cannabis regularly every day. From its widely known and stereotyped psychoactive effects, to its highly distorted alleged medical properties, cannabis seems to be the talk of the modern century. But there is one aspect that not many people have delved into, and that ocean of mystery is what this article aims to explain. The negative effects of cannabis use. For centuries, humans have recognized and cultivated cannabis for its seeds, leaves, stems, and skin for many different medical and household uses. From nosebleeds, to constipation, to helping those suffering from mental illnesses and insomnia, and so on to the creation of objects such as wicker baskets, bags and even building materials for homes. It has also been used as an analgesic to facilitate childbirth and for many other reasons as well. “The use of cannabis medicinally was probably an early development in our society. Since ancient humans used hemp seeds as food, it was only natural for them to also discover the medicinal properties of the plant.” Quoted from Li Hui-Lin's diary on economic botany in ancient China, he even suggests that it was also used as a food source before its pharmacology was discovered. With this known, the plant has been present in many communities and civilizations around the world, until modernization, until its use almost tripled, but it was still so mystical, as it was still so unknown. There are many cases where cannabis can be used as a medical aid. It is known to help those who, after surgery, can re...... middle of paper ......ng Cannabis. In conclusion, cannabis is a very mysterious and controversial plant, showing much promise, but also anguish, for its future in our society. Works Cited Blacksmith, K. (2014, June 6). Interview by MN Nelson [Personal interview]. Cannabis and the world. Li, H. (1974). An archaeological and historical account of cannabis in China. (p. 444). Tashkin, D., Coulson, A., Clark, V., Simmons, M., Bourque, L., Duann, S., Spivey, G., & Gong, H. (1987). The American Review of Respiratory Diseases. 135(1), 209-216.Thames, A., Arbid, N., & Sayegh, P. (2014). Addictive behaviors. 5(39), 994-999. doi: 10.1016/j.addbeh.2014.01.019Bloomfield, M., Morgan, C., Egerton, A., Kapur, S., Curran, H., & Howes, O. (2014). Biological psychiatry. 6(75), 470-478. doi: 10.1016/j.biopsych.2013.05.027 Gilman, M. (2014). Journal of Neuroscience. doi: 10.1523/JNEUROSCI.4745-13.2014