Depression..

Using chemicals to alter the mind can be a temporary crutch. Unfortunately, too many people try to use chemicals, including marijuana (THC) as a permanent solution. It becomes a downward spiral as the introduction of chemicals makes the person temporarily feel better, making them then ignore the underlying issues. Eventually they become dependent on the drug.

Like most things there is a healthy balance. Using pain pills is okay and necessary in the short term, but using them as a cure is a mistake. The same holds true with medicinal marijuana.