Smoking weed regularly can have consequences. I wasn’t warned.
A personal account details the severe physical withdrawal symptoms experienced after stopping the regular use of high-potency cannabis. The author highlights the disconnect between the 'laid-back' cultural perception of marijuana use and the reality of potential dependency and health consequences.
Why it matters
As cannabis legalization spreads and product potency increases, public health discussions regarding dependency and withdrawal symptoms are becoming increasingly relevant.
It was a quiet evening in the suburbs, and I found myself awake in bed, shaking and nauseous. My head was hot, but my skin was covered in goosebumps and a cold layer of sweat, and I was feeling like I had to vomit.
The article presents a personal narrative supported by expert medical commentary, maintaining a balanced perspective on the risks of modern cannabis use.
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