BANGKOK -- In the six months since Thailand essentially legalized marijuana, the number of people considered to be addicted to the drug by health authorities here has nearly quadrupled, sparking a wave of finger-pointing among politicians.
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Cannabis 'addictions' surge in Thailand after decriminalization
Number said to be addicted quadruples as politicians play the blame game
Cannabis dispensaries in Bangkok regularly display signs openly advertising their products, despite warnings from the health minister. (Photo by Kosuke Inoue)
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