Marijuana Withdrawals, Quitting Smoking

This is a late reply but whenever I google'd the side effects of stopping the smoke cold turkey this article came up so I just want to throw some information out there...

You cannot be PHYSICALLY addicted to marijuana. Don't argue that point, you're an id**t. Don't respond to me, or anyone else, just start doing your own research on the matter and you'll find some recent studies not only state that it has no physically addictive properties as well as no ability to induce cancer as people wrongly believed for quite a bit of time, a study released in November/December of 2013 will attest to that.

 

On the other hand, Marijuana, depending on the person, is very psychologically addictive. I didn't start smoking until I was 19 after I blew out my knee during Infantry School and had no career prospects. It was a rough time but getting silly and stupid with my boys every day was definitely theraputic. I've developed good relationships with people because of weed (STOP! All you wanna-be psychologists out there can save it, they are healthy relationships and we support and love each other without the introduction of marijuana at any given time) and as a result it got me out of a slump, one that I wasn't 100% sure I'd get out of.

I'm not saying using a substance to control your moods is healthy, it's not, but I'm proud to say I used that as opposed to alcohol or some other hard substance that could've screwed up my entire life.

If you have the dicipline, you can quit marijuana. There are psychological side-effects like the lack of appetite or insomnia but that's because (for you every day smokers) your mind got used to working a certain way. When you blazed, you got the munchies and you ate. When you ate, you got tired as f**k and you were knocked in about 5 minutes after the meal. If you're anything like me, that sh*t was an every day occurance, so give your ol' brain some time to cope. If you really don't think you're able to do it, start doing some research on neuroplascity and I promise you with enough dedication you'll be living the way you want in no time.

 

I'm not going to disclose how long it's been for me, I'm just going to say I understand the experiences everyone's going through and it was cool to read everyone's stories and not freak out about the lack of appetite :P

 

Bottom line though guys... If you're in a rough place it's always best to try to figure it out on your own grounds, but hitting a joint is going to be a lot better than picking up the bottle. Do what you gotta do, be who you wanna be.

If you're gonna call someone an "ideot" use a real word, id**t.

I stopped smoking it 7 days ago after 13 years of smoking it every day but think im going to crack tonight In fact im going to have to as I am now completely unable to interact with people and am feeling very depressed im Hopping to get back on it tomorrow after a good nights sleep watch this space. I do think I will get there in the end or at least I hope to.com

I'm on day 5 of quitting weed and must say it's not easy.I'm a big fan of weed but simply put ,if u smoke daily or do anything else daily for that matter it's gonna be hard to stop both physically and mentally.I think if youre gonna smoke weed u first need to have a great deal of caution and respect for it as far as how often u smoke.I plan to smoke again in my future because I think weed is beautiful and can be beneficial if u use it the right way..once a month or so..but for me to get that kind of control I know I will need to quit cold turkey for at least two months, and I've set myself some goals that I want to accomplish before I smoke again,that way I will gain some confidence and self worth so when I do smoke again I won't let it take over my life and will make sure to allow at least two weeks to go by in between sessions.I think happiness would be if I could get the best of both worlds, a fufilling life with an occasional smoke,it's not all or nothing,it's about balance.

What really helped me quit is yoga, aromatherapy, music, going to the gym,hikes, playing with my dog,going to church, the movies,I also never noticed how cool the dollar store is when I was high lol check it out;) try a yoga class or if u have cable it's on on demand or you tube, just try one class and do the deep breathing the whole time, you will feel amazing after!

By that logic alcoholics are not addicted to alchohol, you siwy pants! Seriously, addiction is addiction and as mentioned in a previous post, ingesting or smoking a substance that affects the body dictates withdrawl through cessation.

What the f**k? Weed is not really a drug. Weed is a plant that grows out the ground, whcih is legal to smoke in a couple states, and soon many more. You dont get all those crazy symptoms. I smoked an oz a day for 4 years and than i finally learned my lesson. And by the way you lose weight because if you were a true weed smoker or any person in the world can figure out that when you smoke weed you get the munchies, so when you stop smoking, you stop eating as much and your body has to form a new cycle. 

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Good point! Psychological dependency leads to physical symptoms. Sounds like withdrawl to me. Same as alcohol or caffine. So why are people arguing about this? Withdrawl is real and those affected need helpful info. A) you can quit whenever you want B) withdrawl symptoms vary amongst individuals C) and this too shall pass! I am proud to be one month cigarette free and one week marijuana free after 18 years! Seriously, pot withdrawl was sooo much worse for me. Hot flashes, fiend, and insomnia. Getting easier.

I have seen this in other forums. Some people feeling sick and others saying its not possible...

I also get really sick without weed. Not for three days, but weeks.

Recently some studies show pot maybe helpful in treating people with epilepsie, which is usually treated with anti convolsents prescribed from a doctor. Anticonvulsants are also used to treat people who are bipolar. Because weed can effect the same center of the brain i beleave these few people who experience illness without pot maybe self medicating for such a condition. Some people know they are bipolar, but many go undiagnosed, especially in moderate cases.

I myself have bipolar disorder. I am (thank god) living in Colorado, which has recently given me access to pot that has been tested and ive experiemented with different strains. Some help stabilize my moods better then others. Also i get the exact same sick feelings if i forget to take my prescribed medication. If i miss a dose and take it later it can take 2-3 hours to hep the sick feeling. With weed it never takes more then 30 min of smoking in the morning to feel better. Ofc pot goes right into the blood where pills take a while to digest.

My theory is that some peopleq are benefiting from pot in ways they dont even know. And the sickness some people feel is because they really are unknowingly treating a medical condition that not all people share.

It might not be a psysical addictive drug But f**k the withdrawles are physical I have quit 5 times and I am twenty This ain't my first rodeo and vivid dreams are crazy and i wake up in pools of sweat change the sheets every morning in this process :) But at the end of the day I will be a soldier in the Australian army ;)

It is absolutely physically addictive. Try nausea, night sweats and flu like symptoms. Don't talk sh*t you have no idea about. Just because YOU didn't experience it, doesn't make it fact.

i agree, completely wrong. I'm in a drug class now for college and this is completely irrelevant.

I would say whatever way works best for you. I myself cannot taper off of weed, I need to quit cold turkey or else I'll end up getting more weed. I literally just quit 2 days ago (for hopefully at least a month), but I doubt I'll have much withdrawal because I've only been doing it daily for about 5 months (1-3 bowls per day). Back on topic, slowly tapering off of pot will definitely lessen the symptoms if you have the willpower to do so. If you have a trusted friend who you see often, you could have him/her hold on to your weed while you cut back..just so you don't talk yourself into having just a little more as I always do. Good luck and good health to you :)

How about this as****e.. I love weed and have smoked daily for over a year, but the fact is that everything has consequences. If you are high for a whole year and your body is used to eating and sleeping on the effects of THC, there ARE withdrawal symptoms. Everytime I stop smoking for more than a day I have serious trouble eating and some sleeping issues. They go away after a few days, but they're real. I'm not comparing it to nicotine addiction at all, but you have to realize weed isn't perfect and tons of stoners I've talked to in real life and the Internet have had the same exact symptoms. I'm all for defending weed man but maybe you should get all your facts together because you're the one who looks like a fool. Also this happens to people who smoke literally multiple times a day every day for months, if that's not you than you may not experience any symptoms. And to those wondering how go get through it just drink water consistantly, try to exercise and eat healthy food like fruit, vegetables, soup. Solids and fatty food can be hard to get down. Your appetite will return.

I love weed and have smoked daily for over a year, but the fact is that everything has consequences. If you are high for a whole year and your body is used to eating and sleeping on the effects of THC, there ARE withdrawal symptoms. Everytime I stop smoking for more than a day I have serious trouble eating and some sleeping issues. They go away after a few days, but they're real. I'm not comparing it to nicotine addiction at all, but you have to realize weed isn't perfect and tons of stoners I've talked to in real life and the Internet have had the same exact symptoms. I'm all for defending weed man but maybe you should get all your facts together because you're the one who looks like a fool. Also this happens to people who smoke literally multiple times a day every day for months, if that's not you than you may not experience any symptoms. And to those wondering how go get through it just drink water consistantly, try to exercise and eat healthy food like fruit, vegetables, soup. Solids and fatty food can be hard to get down. Your appetite will return.