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The effects listed below are based upon the [[subjective effects index]] and personal experiences of [[PsychonautWiki]] [[Special:TopUsers|contributors]]. The listed effects will rarely if ever occur all at once but heavier dosages will increase the chances and are more likely to induce a full range of effects. | The effects listed below are based upon the [[subjective effects index]] and personal experiences of [[PsychonautWiki]] [[Special:TopUsers|contributors]]. The listed effects will rarely if ever occur all at once but heavier dosages will increase the chances and are more likely to induce a full range of effects. | ||
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*'''[[Sedation|Sedation]]''' - Although certain strains of cannabinoids present mild encouraged [[Stimulation|stimulation]] at low to moderate dosages, for the most part the effects on the user's energy levels are primarily sedating. This encourages one to relax but can however be suppressed by simply forcing oneself to engage in physical activities. | *'''[[Sedation|Sedation]]''' - Although certain strains of cannabinoids present mild encouraged [[Stimulation|stimulation]] at low to moderate dosages, for the most part the effects on the user's energy levels are primarily sedating. This encourages one to relax but can, however, be suppressed by simply forcing oneself to engage in physical activities. | ||
*'''[[Motor control loss|Motor control loss]]''' - This substance causes a partial to moderate suppression of motor control which intensifies proportional to dosage but rarely results in a complete inability to walk and perform basic movements. | *'''[[Motor control loss|Motor control loss]]''' - This substance causes a partial to moderate suppression of motor control which intensifies proportional to dosage but rarely results in a complete inability to walk and perform basic movements. | ||
*'''[[Appetite enhancement|Appetite enhancement]]''' - The feeling of increased appetite following the use of cannabinoids has been documented for hundreds of years<ref>Mechoulam, R. (1984). Cannabinoids as therapeutic agents. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. ISBN 0-8493-5772-1.</ref> and is known colloquially as "the munchies" in popular American and United Kingdom culture. Clinical studies and survey data have found that cannabis increases food enjoyment and interest in food.<ref>How Marijuana Works | http://science.howstuffworks.com/marijuana4.htm</ref> This is thought to be due to the way in which endocannabinoids in the hypothalamus activate cannabinoid receptor that are responsible for maintaining food intake.<ref>How Marijuana Works | http://science.howstuffworks.com/marijuana4.htm</ref> | *'''[[Appetite enhancement|Appetite enhancement]]''' - The feeling of increased appetite following the use of cannabinoids has been documented for hundreds of years<ref>Mechoulam, R. (1984). Cannabinoids as therapeutic agents. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. ISBN 0-8493-5772-1.</ref> and is known colloquially as "the munchies" in popular American and United Kingdom culture. Clinical studies and survey data have found that cannabis increases food enjoyment and interest in food.<ref>How Marijuana Works | http://science.howstuffworks.com/marijuana4.htm</ref> This is thought to be due to the way in which endocannabinoids in the hypothalamus activate cannabinoid receptor that are responsible for maintaining food intake.<ref>How Marijuana Works | http://science.howstuffworks.com/marijuana4.htm</ref> | ||