Cannabis Use Test
I often consume more cannabis than I originally planned to.
Using cannabis makes it difficult for me to perform well at my job or in my studies.
If I want to quit smoking or using cannabis on any particular day, I find it quite manageable.
I rely on cannabis to help me cope with daily life.
My cannabis consumption has led to issues with my physical or mental well-being.
A significant portion of my time is dedicated to obtaining, using, or recovering from cannabis.
People close to me have expressed worry about the quantity of cannabis I consume.
I make plans to reduce my cannabis intake, but I rarely stick to them.
I need increasingly larger doses of cannabis to achieve the desired effects.
My thoughts frequently drift toward cannabis when I am not using it.
I sometimes use cannabis in potentially dangerous situations, such as while driving or looking after children.
After using cannabis, I notice that my memory becomes less clear.
My cannabis use has had a negative impact on my personal relationships.
When I am not using cannabis, I experience intense urges to consume it.
Once I begin smoking or ingesting cannabis, I tend to continue for longer than I meant to.
Given the choice between using cannabis and going to a social gathering, I usually pick cannabis.
I am satisfied with how much cannabis I currently use.
Concentrating becomes challenging for me after I take cannabis.
On days when I do not use cannabis, I feel physically or mentally unwell.
Because of my cannabis use, I sometimes fail to meet my family or household responsibilities.
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What You Should Know
Cannabis, which is also called marijuana or weed, is a drug that affects the mind and comes from the cannabis plant. People have used it for hundreds of years to ease pain, help them sleep, or make them feel calm and happy.
- Some people can safely use cannabis in moderation, while others cannot. Contrary to common belief, the drug does pose genuine risks, including the potential for addiction and dependence, clinically referred to as cannabis use disorder (CUD).
- Dependence is not the only threat. Heavy use, especially in teens and young adults, can make cognitive function worse. Some people say that cannabis helps with their anxiety, while others say it makes it much worse.
- There is also a worrying link between using cannabis regularly, especially strains with a lot of THC, and a higher risk of psychosis. Researchers don't know yet if this is a cause-and-effect relationship, but new studies suggest it might be.
- As cannabis has become more widely legal or decriminalized, making it easier to get, and as THC levels have gone up a lot over time, the drug's bad effects have become more clear.
- Fortunately, there are evidence-based treatments like CBT that can help people with cannabis use disorder. Many bad physical effects, like anxiety, will also go away when you stop using or cut back a lot.
Do Something Now
Understand your motivation. : Recognizing what you get from cannabis-for example, anxiety relief-is the first step to finding healthier replacement activities.
Think about going to therapy. Therapy can help you cut back on your use and learn new ways to deal with problems, even if you don't have a CUD diagnosis.
Get help. Strong relationships can help you get better. Talk to trusted friends or family about your problems, or think about joining a support group.
