Debunking The ‘Lazy Stoner’ Myth: Scientist Reveals Cannabis’s Unexpected Effect On Motivation

Cannabis Culture
By Maureen Meehan, BenzingaOct 8, 2023, 10:35 pm425 ptsTop
Public opinion, prohibitionists and some elected officials are still holding fast to the view that frequent cannabis use causes amotivation, or lack of drive, energy and desire to engage in any activity. We’ve all heard the outdated “lazy stoner” theory. Gary Wenk Ph.D., professor of psychology, neuroscience…

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