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Stop Smoking : Quit Smoking Marijuana
How To Quit SmokingThe hints and tips for how to quit smoking are almost as numerous as brands of cigarettes, and most of them are helpful—at least to the one sharing the tip ..... A marijuana cigarette, rather than being made of tobacco, is a crude mind-altering drug made from the leaves of the Cannabis sativa plant. The mind-altering substance present in the plant in significant portions is THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol). Different harvesting methods, soil make-up, season harvested and weather conditions during growth will result in different strengths of the psychoactive drug present in the plant.
The effects of marijuana on the body of the user are similar to, but much stronger than those of an ordinary tobacco based cigarette. Immediate reactions to the use of marijuana in the body include increased heart-rate, blood-shot eyes and a dry throat and mouth. One other somewhat unusual reaction to marijuana smoking experienced by many users is a condition known as an acute panic attack.
Quit Smoking Cold TurkeyIf you are to stay away from nicotine permanently, statistics show that the most effective ..... Marijuana use impairs concentration, ability to perform fine motor tasks and causes loss of motivation. Since marijuana use also causes a psychological dependence on the drug, it becomes the main focus of the user's life.
In order to quit smoking marijuana, one must take a different approach because the basis of addiction to marijuana is different than that of addiction to nicotine. The use of marijuana causes a psychological addiction rather than a physical addiction. Users of marijuana are convinced that using marijuana makes them feel better and be better equipped to handle life's problems. In fact, use of marijuana causes loss of concentration and inability to handle day to day stresses.
Often the most effective way to quit smoking marijuana is to no longer have the right to make the decision for yourself. The criminal justice system, in most jurisdictions says marijuana use is a crime. If you are arrested for any reason, be assured you will quit smoking marijuana during the time you are in custody. Unfortunately, this is not a permanent ''cure”. It only means that you have been unable to access the marijuana during some temporary period, not that you have made the decision to quit smoking marijuana.
Give Up SmokingOnly the person who has tried to quit the habit of smoking can feel the difficulties .....
So, the best approach to quit smoking marijuana is to first be convinced that the drug is not a benefit to you, but a life wasting substance. Make the determination that you will no longer allow yourself to be dependent upon marijuana as a stress-reliever, or for any other reason. Then get help; see a medical professional, a counselor, a pastor in your church; or a support group such as Narcotics Anonymous. You will need support and guidance in your quest to be drug-free.
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