Brain of Marijuana User (IMAGE)

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Brain of Marijuana User

Caption

Yellow areas in the brain of a heavy marijuana smoker show brain regions with the most significant abnormalities. These areas correspond with those under development during normal adolescent years.

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The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

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