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50 Some definitions of prolonged abstinence tolerate lapses (but not relapses) to smoking (see Table 1)

While not life threatening, these effects can have long lasting consequences: Impaired Short-Term Memory and Learning: Marijuana use, especially in the short term, impairs short-term memory, attention, and learning, making it harder to retain new information and perform complex tasks Paranoia and Psychosis: High doses can trigger paranoia and acute psychotic episodes, and may worsen symptoms in people with existing mental health conditions Cognitive Impairment and Lower IQ: Long-term or heavy use, particularly when started in adolescence, is associated with lasting cognitive deficits and lower IQ scores Increased Risk of Heart Attack or Stroke: Frequent cannabis smoking may significantly increase a persons risk for heart attack and stroke, according to an observational study supported by the National Institutes of Health

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