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Reefer Sanity: Seven Great Myths About Marijuana Paperback – August 27, 2013

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In this book, Kevin A. Sabet argues that the United States should not legalize pot with all of its attendant social costs, nor damage the future prospects of pot smokers by prosecuting and jailing them.

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"For backers of legalization, Sabet is dangerous, because he can't be easily dismissed as a reefer-madness-style propagandist. The marijuana reform community should play close attention to his arguments, and the prohibitionists, if they have any plans to reverse the tide, should do the same."
--Ryan Grim, DC bureau Chief, Huffington Post

"A most compelling look...Sabet explores this challenging landscape and arrives at more comprehensive, effective solutions than either legalization or incarceration could provide to deal with marijuana use."
--Dr. Drew Pinsky, Host, HLN

"A clear-cut argument dispelling the hazy myths about a dangerous drug that threatens all of us, especially the next generation."
--William C. Moyers, VP, Public Affairs, Hazelden

"Compassionate and knowledgeable, Kevin Sabet is the most important new voice in the American drug policy debate. Policymakers, parents, and concerned citizens should heed his meticulously factual case against marijuana legalization."
--David Frum, Cont. editor, CNN, DailyBeast/Newsweek

"Kevin Sabet is a beacon in the confusing haze surrounding marijuana legalization. This book relies on science--not emotion or anecdote--to guide us through this complicated social issue."
--Christopher K. Lawford, author of Recover to Live

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A former Senior Advisor in President Obama's drug policy office, Dr. Kevin Sabet carefully considers the consequences of marijuana legalization. In Reefer Sanity, Dr. Sabet uses a plethora of research to argue that the United States should not legalize marijuana with all of its attendant social costs, nor damage the future prospects of marijuana smokers by prosecuting and jailing them. Rather, he contends that we should shift our emphasis to education about the newly revealed health dangers of marijuana use, as well as focus on intervention and treatment. Before we go ahead and legalize marijuana, he argues we ought to try these kinds of evidence-based reforms first.

The Seven Great Myths About Marijuana:
(1) Marijuana Is Harmless and Nonaddictive
(2) Smoked or Eaten Marijuana Is Medicine
(3) Countless People Are Behind Bars Simply for Smoking Marijuana
(4) The Legality of Alcohol and Tobacco Strengthen the Case for Legal Marijuana
(5) Legal Marijuana Will Solve the Government's Budgetary Problems
(6) Portugal and Holland Provide Successful Models for Legalization
(7) Prevention, Intervention, and Treatment Are Doomed to Fail--So Why Try?

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Beaufort Books; 1st edition (August 27, 2013)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 198 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0825306981
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0825306983
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 9.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.5 x 9 inches

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An affiliate of the Institution for Social and Policy Studies and the Medical School at Yale University, a former three-time White House drug policy advisor, and dubbed by NBC News as the “prodigy of drug politics,” author, consultant, and advisor to three U.S. presidential administrations, and assistant professor, Kevin A. Sabet, Ph.D., has studied, researched, written about, and implemented drug policy for 25 years. He is currently the President and CEO of SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana), a non-profit organization he founded with Congressman Patrick Kennedy and David Frum. His first book, Reefer Sanity: Seven Great Myths About Marijuana, was published by Beaufort (Midpoint) in 2013, and its second edition released in 2018. He is also the co-editor of Marijuana and Contemporary Health, published by Oxford University Press.

His latest book, Smokescreen: What the Marijuana Industry Doesn’t Want You to Know, will be distributed by Simon & Schuster in April, 2021.

He has been profiled in Politico, Crain's Business, Salon Magazine, the International Business Times, The Daily Beast, Vox, and many other publications as America's point person on drug policy issues. He has spoken at the Allen and Co. Sun Valley Conference, the Aspen Ideas, New Yorker, and Politicon festivals, at the Puebla Ideas Conference to debate the former presidents of Mexico and Colombia. He has been featured on the front page of the New York Times and in virtually every major media publication and news channel on the subject of drug policy.

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heynow

Effective argument against full legalization, proven by the level of agitation from the pro-pot commentors

Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2014

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This book is thoughtful, well researched and diplomatic in its public policy suggestions. I sincerely hope that policy makers will use the book, particularly the science presented in the book, to shape policy decisions on the issue. As Kevin points out, the economics of legalization suggests that it will increase availability of the drug among teens, which will increase use. The neuroscience suggests that teen pot use negatively impacts brain development (e.g. learning and memory), which will further our country in the global economy. We can't go back on alcohol and tobacco laws, but I highly doubt a policy maker today would endorse a policy that would increase alcohol and tobacco use among teens. That is essentially one projected outcome of pot legalization. As a result, as the book discusses, there needs to be a more nuanced approach to the pot issue. An approach which includes education, greater access to treatment and reduced sentencing (e.g. fines over jail).

I must commend the pro-pot supporters who have tried to trash this book. You've managed to attack every research study or article I've read recently that even remotely suggests pot is unhealthy and shouldn't be fully legalized. So much for pot making people mellow. You treat social media as a forum for shouting down – often without merit - even the most solid scientific studies. What you fail to realize is that the peer review process already dismissed many of your retorts prior to publication. I get that you feel oppressed by laws that prevent you from doing your drug legally. However, your compulsive behavior (e.g. attacking everything contrary to your beliefs), which is consistent with heavy drug use, only serves to weaken your argument that it's a safe drug for society.

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out of the fog

well researched, thoughtful middle ground

Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2019

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This book looks at the most common rationales for marijuana legalization: it's harmless and non-addictive, it's safer than alcohol, it will help with the opioid crisis, it's a medicine, etc. and points out the flaws and weaknesses through scientific studies and data collected from legalized states. As a person in long-term recovery from a substance use disorder, it is refreshing to see an approach that doesn't want to put people in prison, but wants to help people recover from the bondage of substance abuse and discourage others from going down that path. I highly recommend this books to arm yourself, because no matter where you live, there is now an aggressive industry that is trying to market to you and your community. It's only a matter of time, so be prepared.

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John Catron

Great for the open minded reader.

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2016

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Great information. Whether you agree or disagree with legalization this brings up interesting issues to be considered regardless of the direction we go. Many dislike this book but are looking from a defensive point of view. To me, this book seems to bring up points that are not so much against legalization, but more so make me think about how we do it in a way that is better managed. Try asking a "cannabis prescriber" for a other prescibtions. They can't do it. So are they real doctors? So how do we get REAL doctors to prescribe it. Actually they do, (marinol) but with out the THC so people cant get high. So if its about healthy benefits, why are we still pushing for more? Its because there are those who want to bake their lives away. People buying this book need to read it with an open mind and not just read it to dismiss things that go against their agenda.

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RJD DMD MAIR

A balanced, insightful and important contribution to the ongoing national and global debate about marijuana legalization

Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2013

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Whatever your views on marijauna legalization and the reasons and rationale behind your views, there is no doubt in my mind that Dr. Sabet's Reefer Sanity is one of the most incisive works of serious scholarship to date in this heated and controversial legal and societal debate. In this book, he systematically addresses the seven major arguments that proponents of legalization use to justify their position and clearly and logically provides the reader with cogent and fact-based rebuttals, so often missing from the discourses in the blogosphere and even mainstream media. Most importantly, Dr. Sabet presents his views in a civil, constructive and intellectually open minded manner, which is a sharp contrast to the disrespectful, shrill and unprofessional tone many proponents of legalization and commentators employ in advancing their cause. As a practicing dentist and active duty Army officer, I have a deep appreciation for Reefer Sanity, both from a healthcare and public policy standpoint, and in terms of preventing the further erosion and unraveling of the social fabric in our country.

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Susan Kenney

Fair, unbiased and clear.

Reviewed in Canada on December 15, 2017

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This book provides facts to allow an open dialogue about the effects of marijuana, in all aspects. Kevin presents information that is critical to understand before debating for either side.

This book is part of our curriculum in a residential recovery program, and greatly helps our clients understand the impact of marijuana in ways they have not been aware of. By seeing the whole picture, it creates an opportunity to make an informed decision, based on fact.

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Alvaro A. F. Mendes Jr.

A great and finally an unbiased book

Reviewed in Brazil on August 2, 2015

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Ive already read about 10 books regarding cannabis policy. This is the best book ive read about cannabis and i truly recommend it.

Fabio Bernabei

The most informative book on Marijuana you will ever read

Reviewed in Italy on October 31, 2013

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This sort of manual well written by Kevin Sabet is the most informative and updated stuff I have ever read on the complex topic of Marijuana legalization. All the data and facts are reported to answer a single key question: Do the benefits of legalization outweigh the potential risks? In short I could say, a "must read" for everyone concerned on drugs and drug policy ...

N Price

facts based on scientific study

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 27, 2013

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this book is excellent. It gives a balanced view and all the examples of harm cannabis can do are based on scientific study not opinion.
this should be read by every parent, teacher, politician and anyone who wants to know the real picture of this 'soft drug'. It is a shame this isn't focussed on the UK but cannabis is the same the world over; what happens there happens here. the pro legalization lobby should be made to read this too.

Dr. Ian Oliver

The unvarnished truth

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 18, 2013

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A thoroughly well researched and thoughtful book that clearly shows that legalising Marijuana or any drugs would be completly irresponsible.

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