The use of marijuana or ‘Weed’ for academic performance is a topic that has gained attention in recent years, with some students believing that it can enhance their learning capacity and extend their study times.
However, Jamilatu Briamah, a representative of the Narcotic Control Commission (Education Unit) in the Ashanti Region has made a statement that contradicts this belief.
According to Briamah, marijuana usage does not improve learning capacity or extend study times.
Speaking on Oyerepa Breakfast Time, Friday, she said the myth of marijuana as a study aid has been around for decades, with many students believing that using marijuana can help them concentrate and stay focused for longer periods. However, there is little to no scientific evidence supporting this belief.
She indicated that the use of marijuana for academic purposes can have many drawbacks, including impaired memory and reduced ability to focus and learn.
“There is a notion amongst students that, smoking marijuana enhances the brain. However, that’s never true. Weed smoking doesn’t enhance your study capacity. Although it can give you the energy to study longer, absorption is the problem.
“Weed will carry you to study for long hours but in the end, you won’t be able to absorb what you’ve learnt. In conclusion, smoking or the intake of marijuana doesn’t enhance the brain for studies.” She told Akua Asieduwaa, host of the show.
Briamah’s statement was made in the context of increasing concerns of drug abuse especially about the use of marijuana among young people and its potential impact on their academic performance.
Jamilatu Briamah revealed that a lot of drugs the youth inhale or smoke are legal therefore it makes the fight against drug abuse very cumbersome.
Source: Oyerepafmonline.com / Joseph Marfo
