2024-04-04 00:28:49
Germany authorized the recreational consumption of cannabis as of this Mondaydespite the tenacious opposition of conservatives and medical associations that fear negative consequences for youth.
The law stipulates that adults People over 18 years of age may carry 25 grams with them. of marijuana on public roads, in addition to growing up to 50 grams and having three plants per adult at home.
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During the early hours of this Monday, about 1,500 people celebrated the change between wisps of smoke in front of the iconic Brandenburg Gatein the heart of Berlin.
This reform places Germany among the most permissive countries with cannabis in Europe, along with Malta and Luxembourg, which legalized recreational consumption in 2021 and 2023, respectively.
The Netherlands, known for years for its liberal drug policy, has adopted a stricter approach. to reduce tourism focused on cannabis consumption.
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Although the law goes into effect this Monday, consumers will have to wait three months to legally purchase marijuana in “cannabis social clubs”.
Under the law, cannabis social clubs may have a maximum of 500 members and distribute 50 grams of cannabis per month per membership.
Organizations oppose the use of Marijuana
Health organizations warned that legalization can lead to increased consumption among young people.
These organizations point out that In those under 25 years of age, cannabis can affect the development of the nervous system central, which implies a greater risk of psychiatric problems, such as schizophrenia, according to experts.
“From our point of view, the law, as it is written, it is a disaster“said Katja Seidel, a therapist at a Berlin center for treating cannabis addiction in young people.
(With information from AFP)
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