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What is hash?
Hashish consists of the THC-rich resinous material of the cannabis plant, which is collected, dried, and then compressed into a variety of forms, such as balls, cakes, or cookie-like sheets.
Pieces are then broken off, placed in pipes and smoked. The Middle East, North Africa, and Pakistan/Afghanistan are the main sources of hashish. The THC content of hashish that reaches the United States, where demand is limited, averaged 6 percent in the 1990s. Hash is sold in solid pieces ranging in colour from light brown to black; in texture from dry to soft and crumbly. It can also be baked into cookies or cakes.
Hash facts
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Studies suggest that normal development of the baby may be adversely affected by heavy use of marijuana by the mother during pregnancy.
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The Middle East still today remains the primary source of hashish worldwide.
Short-term effects of hash
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Muscular incoordination, slurred speech, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea and reddening of the eyes.
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Concentration, short-term memory, driving ability, stability, balance, ability to process information and judgement are all markedly impaired.
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User feels calm, relaxed, talkative and giddy.
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Sensory perception seems enhanced, colours brighter, sounds more distinct.
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Appetite, reaction time, pulse rate and pupil size are increased.
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Sense of time and space distorted.
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Some users withdraw, or experience fearfulness, spontaneous laughter, anxiety, depression; users experience hallucinations, paranoia and panic reactions with larger doses and symptoms worsen in persons with psychiatric disorders, particularly schizophrenia.
Long-term effects of hash
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Increased risk of cancers, of the oral cavity, pharynx, and oesophagus.
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Respiratory system damaged by smoking.
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Disruption in menstrual cycle, decreased sperm count, possible congenital abnormalities are also some of the effects.
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Psychological effects include panic reactions, psychosis, amotivational syndrome, diminished drive, lessened ambition, decreased motivation.
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Impaired educational attainment and significant adjustment problems.
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