Weed Addiction Rehabilitation

Signs & Symptoms of Weed Addiction

As with all forms of addiction, there are common signs and symptoms that you or loved ones should be aware of when struggling with weed addiction. These can vary for each individual, presenting themselves at different times; weed often stays in your system for prolonged durations, meaning symptoms can be more noticeable at different points for different people.

Some of the most common physical symptoms of weed addiction can include:

• A frequently dry mouth
• Bloodshot eyes
• Weight fluctuations due to increased appetite
• Impaired balance and coordination
• Irregular sleep patterns or excessive fatigue

Psychological signs and symptoms to be aware of can include:

• Irritability and agitation
• Mood swings
• Difficulty with focus or decision making
• Engaging in risky behaviour
• Poor judgement
• Increased paranoia
• A distorted perception of time

Some of the more common behavioural changes that those around you may notice include:

• Unexplained absence from work or school
• Lower performance in school or at work
• Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
• Deception and lying to loved ones
• Isolation from family events or socialising with friends

If you start to notice any of these changes within your own behaviour, or in someone close to you, seek advice and support for weed addiction rehabilitation from New Leaf Recovery today.

Health Risks of Weed Addiction

With the misconception that weed is a ‘safe’ drug, the health risks are often misunderstood by users, leading to mental health concerns alongside physical impacts.

Mental Health Concerns

With one of the biggest effects of weed being the feeling of relaxation, often this can lead people to letting work performance slip or relationships becoming strained, leading to isolation and detriment to your mental wellbeing.

Those with high weed usage are also at higher risk of severe depression or conditions like bipolar and schizophrenia being triggered.

Some of the physical health risks can be short term impacts, such as:

• A sense of euphoria or a ‘high’
• Relaxation
• Heightened sense of taste, smell, sound and sight
• Fatigue
• Confusion
• Anxiety or panic
• An inability to concentrate

There can also be damage to blood vessels when weed is smoked, a decrease in blood pressure and an increased heart rate, leading to increased risk of heart attacks. Some may also experience hallucinations or paranoia in the short term.

More long term impacts on health can include:

• Damage to memory
• Decreased concentration
• An inability to think clearly or make a decision

Again, smoking weed can also lead to lung infections, bronchitis, mucus buildup and a chronic cough.

If you have been suffering with any of the above health impacts due to a weed addiction, seek support and help with New Leaf Recovery today. Speak with our team about weed addiction rehabilitation and detoxification that works for you.

Common Withdrawals Symptoms

If you have been using weed and start to notice that you struggle with withdrawal symptoms after a prolonged period of stopping the drug, this can be a clear indication of a weed addiction. Although withdrawal symptoms can vary in form and severity per person, it is key to be aware of the following common signs of withdrawal:

• Difficulty sleeping
• A decreased appetite
• Irritability or restlessness
• Anxiety
• Aggressions or anger
• A depressed mood

Some less common withdrawal symptoms can include headaches, sweating, chills or stomach pains.

It is important to seek support in detoxification and withdrawal as doing this alone can be dangerous. At New Leaf Recovery, we provide a safe, medically supported detoxification for weed addiction before offering a rehabilitation programme designed to help you on your recovery journey. Speak to our team today about detoxification and rehabilitation for weed addiction.

How Weed Addiction Can Happen

Although many think that the use of weed is harmless, it can quickly become addictive with dependency forming when used regularly. As one of the most commonly used recreational drugs in the UK, it is important to seek support when a ‘habit’ has developed into a dependence, harming your physical and mental wellbeing.

Addictions of any form begin to take hold when an individual consumes a substance more often, sometimes without a need for it, but a desire. It can feel like an escape from daily struggles or stresses, with many using weed as a means of coping or dealing with their emotions.

If you are finding that your use of weed has increased, or that you are starting to find yourself struggling with withdrawal symptoms, speak to our team today about weed addiction rehabilitation. With 24/7 support, we are here to help and support you on your recovery journey.

Help & Treatment for Weed Addiction

The team at New Leaf Recovery understands the impact that a weed addiction can have on your life. This is why we work with each client to help them find strength in rehabilitation, working towards long lasting sobriety.

We offer a medically supervised detoxification programme, and a proven range of rehabilitation therapies that help you work towards a brighter future for your body and mind. At New Leaf Recovery, our rehabilitation therapies include:

• Movement Therapy
• Art Therapy
• Counselling
• 121 & Group Therapy Sessions
• Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Meditation
• Health and Wellbeing

We work through helping each client understand the root cause of their addiction, and process their emotions in a safe space, engaging in healthy activities and finding better coping mechanisms to overcome addiction triggers.

Our Aftercare Programme is also available for those who have stepped back into daily life following rehabilitation, providing ongoing support and help to prevent relapse and maintain strong connections with those in similar situations.

With stays available from 7 days through to 28 days, you can be sure to find the best weed addiction rehabilitation at New Leaf Recovery. Speak with our team today and get the help and treatment that you or a loved one needs for a better future.