The use and abuse of marijuana has been one of the major point of contention between doctors and other authorities in the world. The abuse of marijuana is often found a trigger for abuse of other narcotic drugs. The recent study published in a leading journal shows the relationship between marijuana dependency, childhood sexual abuse and genes. Marijuana or Cannabis is known for its use and abuse as recreational purpose. The plant contains a compound name THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) which is known for its mind-altering capacity.

Marijuana is the most commonly used illicit drug in the world. The youth and teenagers worldwide have been found to be the primary users of marijuana. A network of cannabinoid receptors located throughout the peripheral and central nervous systems of the mammalian brain comprises the ECS (endocannabinoid system). It controls various physiological…