If you ever wanted to give up cannabis the time is now. In studies carried out there is growing evidence linking smoking cannabis with mental health related problems. Using cannabis has been linked with depression, psychosis and schizophrenia. The following are some facts to think about when deciding to give up cannabis;
- Adults who use cannabis daily were five times more likely to develop depression and anxiety in later life.
- Those people who use cannabis have a higher than average risk of developing schizophrenia.
- If you start smoking it before the age of 15, you are 4 times more likely to develop a psychotic disorder by the time you are 26.
- Teenagers are more vulnerable to cannabis as their brain is still developing until the age of around 20. During this age the brain circuits are still developing and any substance abuse which may affect brain development is detrimental for the adult later in life.
- Smoking cannabis has been linked to psychosis. The contact of reality is lost and highly distorted. The high you are getting from the drug is in fact making you not only dependent but also distorting reality and your capability to make simple decisions.
There is no substitute for continuing to use cannabis. Giving up cannabis today is the smart thing to do. Besides the money you will save, you will not be in constant paranoia.
