Cannabis Addiction
Yafet Abebe
• By the end of this presentation the audiences should understand the
effect of cannabis addiction on health and social aspects and know the
steps to quit smoking cannabis.
Introduction
• What is cannabis addiction?
CUD
Cannabis abuse is a term describing the continued use of cannabis
despite impairment in psychological, physical, or social functioning.
Marijuana is dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the plant
Cannabis sativa.
Common Street Names
Blunt
Dope
Herb
Weed
Trees
Tea
Joint
Smoke
Chronic
Bud
Skunk
Loud
Mary Jane
Pot Reefer
Ganja Grass Green
• Short Term Effects
Feeling a “high” or pleasant sensation
Loss of coordination Memory, judgment, and
perception impairment, Inadequate memory
Increases heart rate within a few minutes after intake
of marijuana Bronchial passage relaxation and
enlargement, blood vessels in eyes expand, eyes
appear red
• Health Effects
• Smoke irritates lungs Increases heart rate by 20-100 percent
after smoking. Increases risk of heart attack.
• Temporary psychotic reactions (hallucinations and paranoia)
Impairs judgment and motor coordination Respiratory
problems
• Ex: daily cough, mucus production, acute chest illness,
increased lung infections Possibly increases risk for lung
cancer
1.Marijuana and Addiction
Marijuana IS addictive About 9 percent of users become addicted
Withdrawal symptoms: irritability, sleeplessness, decreased
appetite, anxiety, drug craving etc.
Effects of Marijuana on Daily Life Heavy users usually report
lower satisfaction, poor mental status, poor physical health, relationship
problems, and less academic success Has been shown to be associated
with increased absences, accidents and job turnovers.
Gateway Drug ??
• Common Myths… NOT Facts
• Marijuana is harmless
• Marijuana is not addictive
• Marijuana is not as harmful to your health as tobacco
Trying to Give up Smoking Weed?
• First, figure out why you want to stop
• Next, decide your approach
• If you want to quit cold turkey
• Pick up a new hobby
• Enlist support from loved ones
• Get help for withdrawal symptoms if needed
• gradual approach
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Summary
• Short Term Effects
• Health Effects
• Quitting weed
If you’re having a hard time sticking with a self-guided
approach, consider talking to a mental health
professional for additional guidance
THANK YOU