Originally Posted by
Harry Evans
I used to work at a top medicinal marijuana club in northern CA. I have researched this a LOT, because it matters to me. A lot of kids smoke pot, and it is not nearly as destructive as other drugs. BUT IT IS STILL DESTRUCTIVE. Your brain is still developing, as is your personality. It's not just chemical effects. If you spend a lot of time high while your brain and personality are forming, they will likely become a little more lazy, a little more lofty, etc. Your brain will think that "high" is standard, and adjust accordingly. Also, you will naturally gravitate towards smokers. And, your lungs will receive more damage than those of an adult.
Wait it out. Pot allows me to sleep, and is the only pain killer that works for my fingers (I blew the A2 pulleys on ring and middle fingers of both hands as a rock climber in high school, never had surgery) without destroying me. For me personally, it is a life saver. But at the very least, figure out your shit sober first, so you will have a reference point to compare with "being high", and thus will be able to evaluate the pros and cons better yourself.
If you have specific questions, PM me, I'm always happy to help/