Don't demonise ganja - Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Joseph Gordon-Levitt has argued that cannabis use is "overly demonised" by society.

The 34-year-old actor has been open about smoking marijuana in the past and now argues it shouldn't be stigmatised. Although he isn't encouraging others to follow in his footsteps, the star wants people to make an informed decision about the drug.

"Even though the tide is turning, I think marijuana is overly demonised in our culture," he told Playboy magazine.

"I do know people who let it get out of control and let it play a part in their lives that's not beneficial. There's definitely an addictive quality, but it's psychological. It's not physically addictive in the way cigarettes or alcohol are physically addictive."

Joseph claims cannabis has played a major role for him professionally speaking, as it has improved his creativity.

"When I smoke weed I'm more liable to make connections I wouldn't otherwise

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