#WeedAddiction #CannabisDependency #CannabisStruggles #BreakingTaboos
๐ฟ๐ฌ If you’re an avid weed smoker, you’ve likely heard the age-old debate about whether cannabis can be addictive. Many individuals who use cannabis regularly may find themselves in denial about their dependency on the substance. So, why are weed smokers so afraid to admit that they’re addicted? Let’s dive into this controversial topic and explore the reasons behind this reluctance.
## The Stigma Surrounding Weed Addiction
### Misconceptions About Cannabis Dependency
– Many people believe that cannabis is not as addictive as other substances, such as alcohol or harder drugs. As a result, individuals who struggle with a dependency on weed may feel ashamed or embarrassed to admit their addiction in fear of being judged or ridiculed.
### Cultural and Social Pressures
– In some circles, cannabis use is celebrated and normalized, leading to the misconception that it cannot lead to addiction. Individuals may fear being ostracized by their peers or losing their sense of belonging within their social groups if they admit to struggling with weed addiction.
### Legal Implications
– In regions where cannabis is still considered illegal, individuals may be hesitant to acknowledge their addiction for fear of legal repercussions. The stigma surrounding cannabis use in these areas can further perpetuate the fear of admitting to a dependency on the substance.
## Understanding Weed Addiction
### Psychological and Physical Dependence
– Cannabis use can lead to both psychological and physical dependence, causing individuals to experience withdrawal symptoms when they try to cut back or quit. This dependency can make it difficult for individuals to acknowledge their addiction and seek help.
### Impact on Daily Life
– Weed addiction can adversely affect various aspects of an individual’s life, including their relationships, work or school performance, and overall well-being. Despite these consequences, some individuals may still struggle to come to terms with their dependency on cannabis.
### Signs of Weed Addiction
– It’s important to recognize the signs of weed addiction, which may include an increased tolerance to the substance, unsuccessful attempts to cut back or quit, spending a significant amount of time obtaining or using cannabis, and neglecting other responsibilities in favor of using the drug.
## Overcoming the Fear of Admitting Addiction
### Destigmatizing Addiction
– It’s crucial to break the stigma surrounding cannabis addiction and educate individuals about the reality of weed dependency. By addressing misconceptions and promoting open discussions about addiction, individuals may feel more comfortable acknowledging their struggles.
### Seeking Support and Treatment
– Encouraging individuals to seek support from friends, family, or professional treatment programs can help them overcome the fear of admitting to their weed addiction. Knowing that there are resources and support systems available can empower individuals to take the first step towards recovery.
### Normalizing Help-Seeking Behaviors
– Normalizing the act of seeking help for addiction can create a more inclusive and understanding environment for individuals struggling with weed dependency. By fostering a non-judgmental and supportive community, individuals may feel more inclined to seek assistance without fear of stigma or shame.
In conclusion, the fear of admitting to weed addiction can stem from societal stigmas, misconceptions about cannabis dependency, and the potential legal implications. By normalizing discussions about weed addiction, educating the public, and providing support for those struggling, we can help individuals overcome their fear and seek the help they need to address their dependency on cannabis. Let’s work together to break down barriers and provide a safe and understanding space for individuals to confront their struggles with weed addiction.
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This isn’t unique to weed smokers, one of the hallmarks of addition is failure to recognize the signs in yourself.
all weed smokers?
Some use daily (ahem) and can still put it down for weeks or months with no issue. Addiction to opioids or other substances is more difficult (telling yourself not to breathe seems easier when you are there). If you have experience with either, it isn’t difficult to see why many daily weed users do not equate what they do with “addiction.”
Im a daily weed smoker. Itโs at the point where yeah Iโll say Iโm addicted. Iโm also just a manic person who works full time, gym, personal art projects, hobbies etc so while I plan to quit eventually itโs not fucking my life up too badโฆ.
/cope
Why I donโt casually say Iโm addicted?
Iโve been involved in two interventions with close friends one for Coke and one for pills. Thereโs a way in which addiction to hard drugs is not comparable to habitual marijuana addiction.
All weed smokers are addicted? Maybe some people who smoke weed donโt say theyโre addictedโฆ because theyโre not? Gaslighting marijuana users into believing theyโre addicted for simply using the drug is pretty fucked.
Because there is a huge difference between physical additional and mental addiction.
People like to conflate these two things and they are entirely different things.
Why worry about it if you don’t smoke weed?
When I quit drinking, I was in and out of the psych ward for a year, and I still, 33 months later, think about alcohol daily.
I went from a daily weed smoker for about a year (smoked before that, obviously) to having had one joint in January due to budgeting. The only negative effect has been that I’m a bit bored in the evenings.
There are obviously people who are addicted to weed, or at least dependant, but it’s a different magnitude.
Cuz they can stop anytime? I used to smoke weed for breakfast lunch dinner and late night snack and stop randomly one day 6 years ago and havenโt smoked since.
If the “addiction” only lasts 2 or 3 days, that’s not an addiction… I have a weed card and use to do much stronger… huge difference
Iโd say itโs more of a habit than a physical addiction. Thereโs certainly a tolerance over time, but fundamentally, I am, and always have been a functional adult, have managed to raise three kids to adulthood and stay married for thirty years. Alcohol and cannabis are not the same.
Because compared to pretty much every other drug in the world, it isn’t. Even sugar is more devastatingly addictive. It is really, really easy not to smoke weed when you absolutely have to. That does not work for drugs like alcohol or heroine. People don’t die from withdrawals. They aren’t hospitalized over quitting. It doesn’t take weeks or months to get over it. It is considered disrespectful to real drug addicts.
The people I know who are ‘addicted’ to weed still have seemingly normal lives. The people I know who are addicted to alcohol or hard drugs cant even maintain a job. Obviously this is anecdotal, but weed just doesn’t mess you up to the same degree other drugs do when you’re a habitual user.
your not addicted to it like other drugs.
“Marijuana is not a drug. I used to suck dick for coke. Now that’s an addiction. You ever suck some dick for marijuana?”
I was completely addicted to weed. I would smoke in the morning during lunch before Gym after Gym dinner, and before bed. Everyday. Cost me $40 every 2 days. I’m one month sober from smoking weed.
I had an ex who was wake-and-bake, several times a day, sometimes several times an hour, every single day, with incredibly potent stuff. High THC, low CBD. Couldn’t hold down a job, couldn’t think clearly, could barely manage having anything resembling a normal life, all the while swearing up and down that the weed was helping rather than utterly destroying their life.
And then I know people who smoke a tonne and seem perfectly fine and functional.
I think a lot of weed smokers are legitimately _not_ addicted, just like most people are not alcoholics, but might still drink regularly.
And the ones who are addicted… well, that’s standard human addict behavior. Nobody wants to admit they have a problem, because it’s a legitimately frightening thing to do.
I smoke daily and hourly while not working and am definitely addicted lol. I think itโs because they know addiction is a bad thing and heavily stigmatized so they donโt wanna be associated with other drugs.
A lot of people don’t understand how dopamine works. Basically, anything that spikes dopamine in your system and makes you feel good can be addictive. People get addicted to sunlight, chocolate, masturbating, coffeine–a ton of people are addicted to caffeine. The affects of addiction tend to vary from person to person.
I’ve always been deeply skeptical of weed. As I like to put it, weed is a better liar than alcohol. When I have too much to drink, I know it, and I know everything coming out of my mouth is bullshit. Marijuana is much more subtle; it convinces you that you’re smarter than you actually are.
while weeds isnt very chemically addictive it can be behaviorally addictive. if you need it to calm down every day after work or to sleep or to cope with whatever you are behaviorally addicted. there isnt a chemical craving but that doesnt mean its not harmful i dont think people like to hear that.
its the same way preworkout is for gym people. if you think you need it to have a good session
no one wants to mess up the status quo
Because they are delusional. They make extreme comparisons to things like fentanyl to downplay the negative impact. They don’t want to admit that smoking weed before every single activity is a problem. Weed is addictive.
For the record, I’ve been smoking daily for over 15 years. I sold weed illegally for a decade and have been selling it legally for 4 years. I’ve sold to literally thousands of people. I also got my undergrad in psychology, doing a thesis on addiction.
I can also quit tomorrow much more easily than if I was addicted to fentanyl.. but that is completely beside the point. You get a *physical withdrawal* when you don’t smoke because of addiction. Some people have a greater predisposition to addiction, which makes it worse.. but bottom line, cannabis is addictive. People go to rehab for it all the time.
As someone whoโs been addicted to a number of substances, Iโm heavily addicted to cannabis. Cannabis addiction looks very different than other substances, some folks donโt recognize it as addiction.
Doesnโt fit their rhetoric even though you can become addicted to anything, especially things that alter your mind/mood. I have no problem with people who smoke weed, but donโt bs yourself or me, if you need it everyday, youโre addicted.
I’m addicted
Because such a central part of their argument is that itโs a perfect miracle plant with no downsides whatsoever. Admitting that theyโre addicted to it is counter to that.
Because the government will take away the only thing that helps me/ millions of others who were denied care?
I donโt want to go back to how I was before finding something that helps with my ADHD. I like having a steady job
I am completely addicted to getting to sleep without constipation
If I’m not overly busy then I’ll smoke pretty much every day. It’s pretty hard to say I’m addicted to something that I will forget to do for days at a time if I get busy though. That’s not really what an addiction is.
Next month I’ll be out of the country for about 2 weeks and I’ll have no issues not smoking. Same as every other time I travel somewhere.
Now caffeine is a different story.
Because most people genuinely can just stop if they felt like it. For different circumstances Iโve gone from daily use to nothing for weeks at a time and nothing happens. Normal appetite, no withdraws, no mood changes, nothing. Itโs just not an addictive drug. Itโs really not the same as any other drug. 25% of American adults smoke weed every year, and those are just the ones that want to admit it in a poll before it was legal.
Everyone I know who smokes can just stop. When itโs time for a new job, they just stop. When they canโt afford it, they just stop. I was gaining too much weight and needed to focus on my diet and getting regular exercise. I just stopped. It was harder to quit coffee.
None of the smokers that I know areโฆ lol
I’ve smoked daily for years. If I run out it’s not like I’m desperately looking for more or have to steal or anything along those lines. I love blazing after a long day but I can also go days without. It’s not an addiction like alcohol or hard drugs