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Marijuana Withdrawal
Even though some consider marijuana withdrawal symptoms to be less severe than the symptoms of other drugs, the emotional and mental issues that come with marijuana withdrawal can last for more than 45 days. It is these marijuana withdrawal symptoms that make can make it very difficult to overcome marijuana addiction because eventually after habitual marijuana use, the addict feels he "needs" marijuana and finds himself not wanting to quit for fear of withdrawal symptoms such as restlessness, loss of appetite, trouble sleeping, weight loss, and depression.
Marijuana Withdrawal symptoms include:
- Restlessness
- Anxiety
- Loss of appetite
- Trouble sleeping
- Weakness
- Irritability
- Weight loss
- Depression
- Headaches
- Anger
- Physical tension
- General malaise and apathy
- Strange dreams
- Cravings for more marijuana
Marijuana Withdrawal - What to Expect
These behavioral and emotional marijuana withdrawal symptoms can be felt by the habitual user within the first 8 hours after last use, and can last for over a month in some people, however, the most prominent marijuana withdrawal symptoms usually occur during the first week to ten days of abstinence. While in the stages of marijuana withdrawal, the marijuana addict finds it very difficult to function normally in life from feelings of general malaise and apathy. Regular daily tasks become wearisome and it becomes difficult to find interest in things that used to bring joy or excitement. This is when the user is at the greatest risk of a relapse.
Marijuana Withdrawal Treatment
The symptoms of marijuana withdrawal, although very uncomfortable, are generally not medically serious and pharmacological treatment for easing of symptoms is very rarely practiced, however, a marijuana detox and treatment program is recommended to provide a healthy detoxification regimen, a support system, emotional attention, and help reduce the risk of relapse. The symptoms of marijuana withdrawal can be managed and minimized by various techniques and methods such as, holistic vitamin replacement therapies, sauna treatments, nutritional regimens and herbal remedies.
Exercise can also be effective way to reduce the severity of marijuana withdrawal symptoms, as well as a way to keep busy and reduce marijuana cravings. Exercise can help fatigue the body making sleep easier, stimulate appetite, and release endorphins that help with feelings of irritability, lethargy and depression. Sauna treatments can also be a beneficial way to rid the body of the drug metabolites within the body, which can speed up the marijuana withdrawal process.
Marijuana Withdrawal Help
Marijuana addiction is real and marijuana withdrawal is a medically recognized syndrome of marijuana use. It can be tough to overcome the cravings and resist the use of the drug that you know will make all of the uncomfortable symptoms of marijuana withdrawal disappear; but it is worth it in the end. These marijuana withdrawal symptoms will ease in a few days, and the clarity of sobriety from marijuana can be great.
If you or someone you know is experiencing marijuana withdrawal and having difficulty overcoming marijuana addiction, or have experienced several failed attempts at quitting marijuana use, fill out the form below and we will go over your specific situation and all available marijuana withdrawal treatment options.
