Systematic review uncovers cannabis withdrawal syndrome among 47% of regular cannabis users...

Systematic review uncovers cannabis withdrawal syndrome among 47% of regular cannabis users


A literature review of 47 studies found that nearly half of cannabis users met criteria for cannabis withdrawal syndrome. The review was published in The Journal of the American Medical Association.

Additionally, those who reported using cannabis daily, those who were diagnosed with cannabis use disorder, and those who had comorbid tobacco or drug use showed a higher prevalence of CWS. There was no evidence that the likelihood of CWS differed by sex, age, race/ethnicity, or comorbid psychiatric disorder.

The findings suggest that almost half of regular marijuana users will experience cannabis withdrawal, something the authors say many people are unaware of.

“Cannabis withdrawal appears to be highly prevalent among people who consume cannabis regularly, or who are heavy consumers. Clinicians should be aware of its existence so that they can provide support to people who are considering cessation of or reduction in cannabis use. The literature suggests that cannabis withdrawal may be a driver of continued use, so there is a need to identify effective ways of managing cannabis withdrawal,” Bahji told PsyPost.


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Que people with withdrawl angrily typing nonsense like melts....