Cannabis Addiction Treatment

What are the risks?

• Regular use of Cannabis increases the risk of developing a psychotic illness, including Schizophrenia.
• Smokers can become anxious, suspicious, paranoid and panicky.
• The drug affects cognitive ability including your co-ordination which is why it is as bad to drive whilst under the influence of Cannabis as it is to drink-drive
• Cannabis is NOT harmless. It can lead to lung disease and cancer. It can also worsen asthma and cause wheezing in non-asthmatics.
• Use increases the heart rate and blood pressure
• Regular use can lead to fertility problems, in men the sperm count and mobility of sperm is decreased and in women ovulation is suppressed.
• Smokers may also have increasing difficulties with concentration and self-motivation.