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Originally Posted by jamesqf
Neither is bad, if done in moderation. The problem is when people use them immoderately. But as far as I can tell, that's a personal problem: there are people who will always do something immoderately, whether it's booze, religion, or collecting Beanie Babies.
There's some evidence that moderate amounts of alcohol actually has a positive effects on health, while marijuana and other drugs can be used to treat various medical conditions.
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Marijuana is by far the "safest" psychoactive substance you can partake of. Both physiologically and psychologically.
Alcohol is tres dangerous. It's just too easy to make and too difficult to regulate.
And yes, addiction is often down to psychological issues and social supports. Happy, well adjusted people with adequate support systems aren't as in danger of getting hopelessly hooked on drugs/alcohol as those who are in a stressful environment.