Summary: The debate over marijuana legalization has never been more heated as the issue continues to divide policy makers, the medical community, and the public alike. While it appears that acceptance of marijuana usage is growing, there is much misinformation about it and a lot more that needs to be understood regarding its effect on people, especially on the developing brains of young people. Kevin Hill, author of Marijuana: The Unbiased Truth about the World’s Most Popular Weed, is a leading expert in marijuana research and addiction treatment. Hill’s book covers the complexities of marijuana use statistics, the major myths about use, the controversies around decriminalizing and legalizing marijuana, and the challenges of treating marijuana addiction, including working with parents.
