VLVL(4)(ff) Pothead Paranoia

[Tim Strzechowski]

Call me ridiculous, but I've always felt that the level of pot-induced
paranoia is proportional to the amount of guilt one feels (guilt over
smoking dope, guilt over smoking dope at that particular moment, guilt over
other issues, even guilt stemming from religious convictions about drug
use).  This is derived from a high school buddy who came from a devout Roman
Catholic background and, whenever he smoked up in our garage, became riddled
with paranoia that he was "sinning."  The paranoia/guilt has apparently
continued into adulthood, too.


> And JustFacts.org says " Psychological Effects: Many users describe two
> phases of the marijuana high: initial stimulation (giddiness and
> euphoria), followed by sedation and a pleasant tranquility. Users also
> report altered perceptions of distance and time along with a heightened
> sensitivity to sights and sounds. Effects can vary from person to person
> and can differ with each use. While some users may experience lowered
> inhibitions, drowsiness, and contentment, others may feel great anxiety
> and paranoia. And depending upon the user and setting, the effects and
> categorization of marijuana can vary from a stimulant to a depressant to
> a hallucinogen. Any of these effects can begin within a few minutes
> after inhaling, and can last 2 to 3 hours after initial intoxication."
> Ohhh, were's my toke, man (said in small voice).
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