Quitting marijuana will completely change the life of a person addicted to cannabis. The benefits will be noticed on multiple levels: physically, by feeling much more energetic, and mentally, by regaining interest and the desire to engage in activities.
Cannabis comes from the hemp plant and contains THC, which acts as a central nervous system depressant. Joints are the most consumed illegal drug in the world. At CCAdicciones, we warn of its dangers and offer treatment to achieve detoxification from this substance.
How to quit smoking marijuana?
Detoxification treatment
Wanting to quit smoking marijuana is the first step to achieving it, but it is important to do so in a safe manner and following the recommendations of addiction experts. If you are interested in knowing how to quit smoking marijuana, whether for yourself or for someone around you, at CCAdicciones we advise you to visit our specialized addiction center. We offer a detoxification treatment to quit smoking marijuana and completely move away from cannabis use.
Being in the hands of a professional medical team will ensure that a person addicted to marijuana has every guarantee of success in overcoming their addiction. At CCAdicciones, we meticulously analyze each case to offer the most effective treatment according to the needs and particularities of each addiction and individual. It is our personalized approach and our medical supervision that allow for a correct recovery.
As we have mentioned, each specific case requires a different process to follow. For this reason, at CCAdicciones we have different treatments available. Entering a detoxification center will allow the addict to distance themselves completely from their usual environment and, consequently, from their social circle of consumption, places of use, etc., providing the opportunity to detoxify in a suitable environment. Our residential center is located in Roda de Berà (Tarragona). An idyllic location, surrounded by nature and very close to the sea. It is the perfect place for a fresh start.
Outpatient treatment
Inpatient admission is not always the first option, whether due to the degree of addiction or the patient’s personal circumstances. For these types of cases, we offer the possibility of undergoing treatment at an outpatient center. CCAdicciones has various centers distributed throughout Spain. This type of procedure allows the patient more flexibility because they receive treatment adapted to their schedule. It allows them to continue with certain daily activities and not stop their life abruptly while simultaneously detoxifying from cannabis addiction.
Outpatient treatment is appropriate for patients who have been discharged after inpatient care. The recovery process does not end once they walk out the center’s doors; rather, they require professional medical follow-up. It is recommended that they undergo outpatient treatment to receive professional help for their reintegration into society.
Recommendations for quitting marijuana
Some tips that can be especially useful for quitting marijuana are:
- Do not substitute marijuana use with another drug. Occasionally, it is common for a person trying to quit one drug to unconsciously replace the substance they are addicted to with another. For example, a person addicted to smoking marijuana wants to quit, and to calm the withdrawal symptoms, they begin to abuse alcohol.
- Completely distance yourself from elements that remind you of marijuana use. This includes people, environments, places, objects… Get rid of all objects linked to smoking marijuana and break ties with individuals who incite cannabis use.
- Have the goal of quitting completely. Do not set a goal of quitting daily use while allowing it for specific days. That is, allowing sporadic consumption. It is a mistake to think that one will be able to consume occasionally without falling back into addiction. The safest approach is zero cannabis consumption to avoid risks.
- Lead a healthy lifestyle. A healthy diet, self-care, physical exercise, and engaging in leisure activities that spark interest, etc.
- Identify the reason for consumption. Is it for fun? To escape reality? Marijuana use may be a patch for another underlying problem. The root of the disorder must be sought to solve it, rather than trying to fix it by smoking marijuana.
How does regular marijuana use affect you?
Smoking marijuana regularly carries the risk of developing mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, and schizophrenia. Marijuana is a substance that affects the functioning and structure of the brain.
Cannabis withdrawal syndrome
Regular cannabis use produces withdrawal syndrome if consumption is suddenly interrupted. It is erroneously said that marijuana is a drug that hardly generates dependence or addiction, but this is not true. An individual addicted to marijuana who stops using will experience symptoms such as irritability, insomnia, anxiety, and headaches. In fact, after prolonged cannabis use over time, amotivational syndrome may appear.
Cannabis addiction test
Do you doubt whether you truly have a cannabis addiction? You can take our cannabis addiction test here. It consists of the following questions:
- How often have you thought that you have problems with drugs?
- Do you believe you use drugs to relax or relieve your anxiety?
- Do you believe you use drugs in the morning before leaving home?
- Have you lost any professional, social, or family opportunities as a result of drug use?
- Do you think you spend a lot of money on your drug use?
- Have you felt guilty or regretful about what you did after using drugs?
- Have any of your romantic relationships been affected by your drug use?
- Have you promised that you would not use drugs again and then failed to keep it?
- Have you forgotten part of what you did after using drugs?
- Have you had any health problems related to drug use?
If you need help to overcome a cannabis addiction, do not hesitate to contact us. You can call our 24-hour helpline: 617 200 882 or send a form. For addictions, there is always a way out.
