Marijuana withdrawal takes its toll
From a recent study of 469 self-reported marijuana users, aged 18 to 64, researchers identified specific symptoms associated with marijuana withdrawal. Participants fairly consistently reported both physical and psychological symptoms that occurred during prolonged intervals between use which then prompted them to begin using marijuana again. The symptoms resolved once they resumed use. Psychological symptoms were irritability, anxiety, sadness, insomnia, increased or decreased appetite, increased or decreased libido, and boredom. Physical symptoms were primarily gastrointestinal, such as stomach upset and nausea. About one-third of the participants also reported improved memory, and more than 90% reported marijuana cravings.
The most common dependence-associated behaviors among those who resumed marijuana use because of withdrawal symptoms included using more than intended, inability to cut down use, spending a lot of time using, and giving up other activities in order to use.
via American Psychiatric Association, abstract #30, MedPageToday
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