Marijuana Addiction
There is a widespread opinion - most particularly among heavy marijuana users, that marijuana is a harmless substance that simply reduces anxiety and stress. The truth is that marijuana contains THC - a psychoactive substance that can cause both short-term and long-term harmful effects on users and also lead to marijuana addiction.
Physical Effects of Marijuana Addiction
- Impaired short-term and long-term memory
- Confusion and impaired attention, judgment, coordination, balance and reaction time
- Increased heart rate
- Increased risk of chronic cough, bronchitis, emphysema and cancer of the head, neck and lungs
Social / Emotional Effects of Marijuana Addiction
- Loss of motivation and ambition
- Driving while impaired by the effects of marijuana causes a danger to self and others
- Users have an increased risk of moving onto other and more dangerous drugs
- Negative impact on school, work, and social life
Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms
Chronic marijuana users report that they cannot stop using without experiencing marijuana withdrawal symptoms which include:
- Increased anxiety and agitation
- Depression
- Craving smoking more marijuana
- Difficulty sleeping
Marijuana Addiction Treatment
Marijuana addiction treatment is mostly comprised of behavior modification therapy and in some cases medication may be prescribed if its need is indicated after a thorough medical and clinical evaluation. At A New Life Christian drug rehab program at Lakeview Health Systems, our nationally-recognized licensed and accredited facility offers individualized drug treatment plans combined with Christian counseling services to help free you from marijuana addiction.
Call us toll-free any time of day or night at 1-800-673-1905 for confidential and immediate assistance. We can help you to begin a new life free from marijuana addiction. Contact us 24/7 to take the first step in renewing your health and your spirit.
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