Long-term marijuana abuse has several negative impacts on the user, including:10
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		Limiting the brain's capacity to store and retrieve information
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		Damage to the brain's memory functions, as well as math and verbal skills
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		Sexual dysfunction and reproductive problems, including irregular sperm and lowered sperm count in men and menstrual and ovulatory disruption in women
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		Weakening of the immune system
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		Increased risk of cancer and lung damage
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		Increased blood pressure and risk of heart attack
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		Loss of motivation and interest in everyday activities and future plans