Statistics about Marijuana Use

35.7 PERCENT

OF 12TH GRADERS SAID THEY HAD USED MARIJUANA IN THE PAST YEAR

1 IN 10

USERS

1 IN 10 USERS BECOME ADDICTED. FOR PEOPLE WHO START USING MARIJUANA BEFORE AGE 18, THE RISK OF ADDICTION RISES

48.2 MILLION

PEOPLE IN 2019, AGE 12 OR OLDER IN THE U.S HAD USED MARIJUANA IN THE PAST YEAR.

5 Fast Facts about Marijuana

1

Marijuana use can cause functional impairment in cognitive abilities.

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Some studies have also linked marijuana use to declines in IQ.

3

Cannabis temporarily prevents the brain from developing new memories nad learning new things.

4

Smoking marijuana for a long period of time can damage the bronchial passages and the lungs.

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Marijuana use can cause irregular heart rate and increase the risk for an acute coronary syndrome, such as a heart attack.

Symptoms of Marjiuana Addiction

Loss of control

Inability to stop

Social impairments

Cravings

Tolerance building

Withdrawl

Worsened performance at school or work

Signs of Marijuana use

Red Eyes
Worsened performance at school or work
Withdrawing from friends and family
Excessive eating

Signs of Marijuana abuse

Loss of control
Inability to stop
Social impairments
Cravings
Tolerance building
Withdrawal

Marijuana's Effects on the Body

Chronic use of marijuana can effect the body in both the short-term and long-term.

Increased risk for heart rhythm disorders and stroke.

Increased risk of lung infections.

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (a rare side effect of chronic use which cuases recurring nausea, vomiting and dehydration.

Increased risk of acute coronary syndrome, such as a heart attack.

Marijuana Effects on the Brain

Daily use of marijuana can affect both the brain development and your mental health.

Heavy marijuana users can have short-term problems with attention, memory, and learning.

People whose brains are still developing such as teenagers, are more vulnerable to the negative effects of marijuana.

Daily use of marijuana can cause disorientation, unpleasant thoughts, and paranoia.

Marijuana significantly increases risk of mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, psychosis and psychiatric disorders.

Treatment for Marijuana Use Disorder and Addiction

Marijuana addiction can be overcome with the right treatment plan. People who enroll in marijuana treatment programs tend to have been daily users for at least ten years and tried d to quit at least six times.

Detoxification

Withdrawal symptoms such as sleep problems, negative mood and decreased appetite can make it difficult to detox from marijuana. Detoxing slowly can help ease these symptoms.

While detoxing from marijuana, you can also follow these guidelines to minimize side effects

Drink lots of water
Take hot baths
Eat a healthy diet
Exercise regularly
Reduce caffeine intake

Therapy

A marijuana treatment program is designed to help users learn to cope with drug use triggers in order to avoid relapse. Therapy is the main component of marijuana addiction treatment program. Therapy may also be supplemented with group support allowing individuals to meet others who are also in recovery.

Maintenance

Exercise Sessions
Massage sessions
Art Therapy
Other Alternative Therapies