Study: THC levels reach record high

[soserthc1]

Study: THC levels reach record high
by Pierre Bertrand l Daily Texan (U. Texan)
Issue date: 10/1/08 Section: News

University of Mississippi researchers have found that tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the active chemical in marijuana, has reached record levels in the United States.

The University's Potency Monitoring Project compared current marijuana samples to some seized since 1975 from 48 states. The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent. The average amount currently in a single sample is 9.6 percent, a 4 percent increase since 1983, according to the report.

"[Research data] indicates that [marijuana] is a more potent drug and that it's certainly not the drug from years ago," said Jane Maxwell, a research scientist in the School of Social Work.

Because of high THC levels achieved through selective breeding of the marijuana plant, individuals are more moody, show depression when marijuana use is restricted and develop an addiction to THC, said Austin Police Department Sgt. Richard Burns.

Individuals who smoke daily and inhale a greater amount of THC in one sitting are at risk of health hazards that include respiratory and mental defects, Maxwell said.

"I think it is a drug that has changed its composition, and I think smoking a blunt compared to a joint is another factor," Maxwell said. "People are smoking a lot more in a cigar than in a joint."

Trends in Austin have suggested that the increased levels of THC adversely affect younger individuals, developing adolescents and pregnant women, Burns said.

"What is important is that the literature is beginning to document people who are experiencing cognitive problems with cannabis use," Maxwell said. "And studies are showing that more and more potent cannabis is becoming available."

With the increased potency of marijuana, the public needs to change its outlook on the use of marijuana and view it as they would traditionally harder drugs, Maxwell said.

"I think people need to be aware that with the increased potency, you could become a misuser," she said.

Source: http://media.www.llamaledger.com/me...dy.Thc.Levels.Reach.Record.High-3461619.shtml

well i think mrs maxwell and srgt burns are uneducated assholes but hey thats just one persons opionion.......um what was i saying - hey joff's i have been smoking for 30 years and only have a little short term memory loss. now where the @#$% did i put my scale he he - or am i suffering withdraw....dry weed dry...... i'm in heavy detox ,where do these people come up with this shit......an addictive drug.... ZERO death's per year due to marijuiana - not even one!!! correct me if i'm wrong but if it was addictive wouldn't at least one person die trying to get there fix, even if it was not directly related to smoking but stealing to get it.....and due to its potency people are becoming misusers huh... if the weed is better would you not require less???? if im blasted im good im not trying to od, besides you would need to smoke i believe i read like 5 lbs in fifteen mins.......anyone got an extra 5lbs - ill try

 

[soserthc1]

Yeah its the stuff George W Bush is smoking lol

Maybe its the stuff Bill Clinton didn't inhale or maybe they just confused it with the cocaine they brought to the prez election party.....

 

[nebraskaguy]

wow i can not wait to try this

 

[Obi Wan Kenabis]

Those of us who've been toking a while are known to "titrate the dose." We also know that even if we get stupid high it's gonna pass in a little while. So wtf?

The whole sack of shit about strong pot being "another drug entirely" is getting as tired as gateway drug, amotivational syndrome and the whole cesspool of scare campaigns.

That said, where can I get some of that shit????!!!!????

 

[kushtrees]

who has the 37% thc genetics and where can i get it lucky mofo haha

 

[rick ratlin]

I got em, it's a big ball of half-ass bubble hash. When I read 37% I peed a lil.

 

[joebent]

sounds like more gov. bull shit to say that it is a drug it's a plant and thats it.

 

[thorsbud]

Study: THC levels reach record high
by Pierre Bertrand l Daily Texan (U. Texan)
Issue date: 10/1/08 Section: News

University of Mississippi researchers have found that tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the active chemical in marijuana, has reached record levels in the United States.

The University's Potency Monitoring Project compared current marijuana samples to some seized since 1975 from 48 states. The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent. The average amount currently in a single sample is 9.6 percent, a 4 percent increase since 1983, according to the report.

"[Research data] indicates that [marijuana] is a more potent drug and that it's certainly not the drug from years ago," said Jane Maxwell, a research scientist in the School of Social Work.

Because of high THC levels achieved through selective breeding of the marijuana plant, individuals are more moody, show depression when marijuana use is restricted and develop an addiction to THC, said Austin Police Department Sgt. Richard Burns.

Individuals who smoke daily and inhale a greater amount of THC in one sitting are at risk of health hazards that include respiratory and mental defects, Maxwell said.

"I think it is a drug that has changed its composition, and I think smoking a blunt compared to a joint is another factor," Maxwell said. "People are smoking a lot more in a cigar than in a joint."

Trends in Austin have suggested that the increased levels of THC adversely affect younger individuals, developing adolescents and pregnant women, Burns said.

"What is important is that the literature is beginning to document people who are experiencing cognitive problems with cannabis use," Maxwell said. "And studies are showing that more and more potent cannabis is becoming available."

With the increased potency of marijuana, the public needs to change its outlook on the use of marijuana and view it as they would traditionally harder drugs, Maxwell said.

"I think people need to be aware that with the increased potency, you could become a misuser," she said.

Source: http://media.www.llamaledger.com/me...dy.Thc.Levels.Reach.Record.High-3461619.shtml

I agree the thc is better but the comparison to hard drugs ,please dont even go there mj is kind and natural remedy for your pains and problems. nothing synthetic about organicly growen meds.

 

[Chobble]

What you guys are all forgetting about is this...

The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent. The average amount currently in a single sample is 9.6 percent, a 4 percent increase since 1983

9.6 is the average that they are testing at in the last year or two, not 37.2. I love how its somewhat skirted over but come on, if the average is 9.6 then what the hell are we worried about that clearly just demonstrates that 37.2% THC is a freak accident >.>

 

[Ohiofarmer]

Doctor: "it looks like THC levels are reaching record highs"
Me: "and you can tell all of this from my blood sample?"

hahaha....i was to stoned to say anything else

 

[Budzillah]

More government propaganda!

 

[HASHHEADJ]

For the terminally ill this is great does not feel terminally ill this is also a good thing ha

Study: THC levels reach record high
by Pierre Bertrand l Daily Texan (U. Texan)
Issue date: 10/1/08 Section: News

University of Mississippi researchers have found that tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the active chemical in marijuana, has reached record levels in the United States.

The University's Potency Monitoring Project compared current marijuana samples to some seized since 1975 from 48 states. The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent. The average amount currently in a single sample is 9.6 percent, a 4 percent increase since 1983, according to the report.

"[Research data] indicates that [marijuana] is a more potent drug and that it's certainly not the drug from years ago," said Jane Maxwell, a research scientist in the School of Social Work.

Because of high THC levels achieved through selective breeding of the marijuana plant, individuals are more moody, show depression when marijuana use is restricted and develop an addiction to THC, said Austin Police Department Sgt. Richard Burns.

Individuals who smoke daily and inhale a greater amount of THC in one sitting are at risk of health hazards that include respiratory and mental defects, Maxwell said.

"I think it is a drug that has changed its composition, and I think smoking a blunt compared to a joint is another factor," Maxwell said. "People are smoking a lot more in a cigar than in a joint."

Trends in Austin have suggested that the increased levels of THC adversely affect younger individuals, developing adolescents and pregnant women, Burns said.

"What is important is that the literature is beginning to document people who are experiencing cognitive problems with cannabis use," Maxwell said. "And studies are showing that more and more potent cannabis is becoming available."

With the increased potency of marijuana, the public needs to change its outlook on the use of marijuana and view it as they would traditionally harder drugs, Maxwell said.

"I think people need to be aware that with the increased potency, you could become a misuser," she said.

Source: http://media.www.llamaledger.com/me...dy.Thc.Levels.Reach.Record.High-3461619.shtml

 

[Pancho-N-Lefty]

The gov is pro at making a "clinical" study , and allowing outcomes to validate whatever side of the fence they need validated ;to hype propaganda to fule the brainwashed majority... For desired effect and drive the conciousness of the nation. We all know the DEA needs to stand firm on their soap box. With the legal rock and a hard place the Feds have found themselves in its just another reason to try and get the majority to approve and vote their way. So here's more hype about how weed is the worst thing on earth.
There are so many reasons and facets to the anti weed movement, from lumber to pharma to the proverbial egg on the gov's face to name a few.
We just need to keep educating and stay active for our side of legalization and the truth about our friend MJ.

 

[Luni]

The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent.

heh, that's almost as strong as Stoney Girls Pitt Bull strain.

 

[Oil Dragon]

37% I Believe :)

 

[Thoth]

It wouldn't surprise me if it were true. I don't think it's necessarily propaganda. People create new strains all the time and some of those are with the desire to make them more and more potent. At the same time, growing techniques have been perfected which means plants are growing at close to their full potential.

 

[jyip]

maxwell and the cop should check the thc in the next fart i let go of, a pig and an idiot, luvly combo

 

[P-bob]

Study: THC levels reach record high
by Pierre Bertrand l Daily Texan (U. Texan)
Issue date: 10/1/08 Section: News

University of Mississippi researchers have found that tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the active chemical in marijuana, has reached record levels in the United States.

The University's Potency Monitoring Project compared current marijuana samples to some seized since 1975 from 48 states. The highest level of concentration in a single sample of the chemical during the project was 37.2 percent. The average amount currently in a single sample is 9.6 percent, a 4 percent increase since 1983, according to the report.

"[Research data] indicates that [marijuana] is a more potent drug and that it's certainly not the drug from years ago," said Jane Maxwell, a research scientist in the School of Social Work.

Because of high THC levels achieved through selective breeding of the marijuana plant, individuals are more moody, show depression when marijuana use is restricted and develop an addiction to THC, said Austin Police Department Sgt. Richard Burns.

Individuals who smoke daily and inhale a greater amount of THC in one sitting are at risk of health hazards that include respiratory and mental defects, Maxwell said.

"I think it is a drug that has changed its composition, and I think smoking a blunt compared to a joint is another factor," Maxwell said. "People are smoking a lot more in a cigar than in a joint."

Trends in Austin have suggested that the increased levels of THC adversely affect younger individuals, developing adolescents and pregnant women, Burns said.

"What is important is that the literature is beginning to document people who are experiencing cognitive problems with cannabis use," Maxwell said. "And studies are showing that more and more potent cannabis is becoming available."

With the increased potency of marijuana, the public needs to change its outlook on the use of marijuana and view it as they would traditionally harder drugs, Maxwell said.

"I think people need to be aware that with the increased potency, you could become a misuser," she said.

Source: http://media.www.llamaledger.com/me...dy.Thc.Levels.Reach.Record.High-3461619.shtml

Once again... qouting the same people that probably termed the phrase "reefer madness"
Ask yourself one thing before forming an opinion. How many people have everdosed on Oxycontin and died compared to the amount of people that OD on pot and die?
If THC causes such"mental instability" why aren't there mental hospital all over the place for the treatment of marijauna?
The governmet once again spreading propaganda and lies. They hate competitors when there is a bustling and profitable drug war destroying our southern border that is sponsord by our own government.
Don't drink the socialist kool-aid!

 

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I think that's some bullshit, plants back then had the some potency but weren't grown to there potential.

 

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