It is quite possible that as Americans, we could top the century mark for life expectancy for all men, women, and every heritage that calls the US home. What that means is that we must look to the future to make sure that we have in place the resources to meet our needs as we age.
The long-term effects of marijuana include physical, emotional, behavioral and addictive components. including: 1  Lung damage from being smoked. 2  Affects mental status especially leading to schizophrenia, depression and anxiety. 3  Decreased fertility.
What are the Effects of Marijuana on a Fetus? Marijuana has many effects on the developing fetus. First, carbon monoxide in the motherâs blood travels across the placenta, lowering the amount of oxygen in the babyâs blood. This results in low birth weight. Marijuana can also damage the developing fetusâ brain, lungs and kidneys.