The interesting thing is that Marijuana has mostly been grown for its recreational purposes. Strands that are popular are so because of the effects it has on recreational purposes. But hopefully as we continue to research and grow different strands medical types can be developed. Along with that strands that are better for peoples health and wellness even within recreational use can be developed.
There is a lot of research already done on Marijuana but there is a lot more to be done. There is also a lot of false information out there about it. People often claim its addictive because its a huge dopamine increase but that has generally been debunked. Its more of the anandamide neurotransmitter that is being effected. This is why THC can have such a large influence and effect things like motivation, anxiety and depression in both a positive and potentially negative way.
There are also lots of other "drugs" that can have a positive impact and I think Marijuana might be a tipping point for some of those such as shrooms and MDMA. Those are other things that should be studied and legalized.
But I am strongly of the opinion that all drugs should be decriminalized. Especially the addictive ones. No one should be criminalized for being addicted, they should be helped.
This isn't exactly true. Hemp has been grown with limited THC and is used for the other hundred or so medical cannibanoids.
Regardless of dopamine interaction, we have very primitive knowledge of brain chemistry of the endocannibanoid system. There are important receptors in every part of the brain.
For those who don't know, your body already creates cannabinoids, you potheads. Every chemical or drug has a side effect. Some, like melatonine are very limited. We don't kno w what effects cannabinoid supplements have.