Breaking the High
An honest conversation about marijuana dependency
About this podcast:
I want to discover effective strategies to ease my marijuana habit while addressing the emotional challenges and stigma associated with addiction.
Episodes
#3 - Positive Shifts: Replacing Habits with Health
#3 - Navigating Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms
#2 - Mindfulness: Your Ally Against Cravings
#2 - Identifying Your Triggers: Path to Recovery
#2 - Cannabis Use Explained - How Much is Too Much?
#1 - Breaking the Stigma of Marijuana Addiction
#3 - Navigating Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms
In this episode, we delve into the science behind marijuana withdrawal, exploring the physiological and psychological symptoms that can arise during the process. Join Ben and Dr. Julia as they discuss effective coping strategies, the timeline of withdrawal, and how to navigate the emotional challenges while breaking free from dependency.
This episode is based on the following sources:
YouTube Videos (4)
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Cannabis Withdrawal Symptoms? True or False?Found by Dr. Julia Marks
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Weed Withdrawal Symptoms - Jeremy Evans' Story of His Marijuana Withdrawal SymptomsFound by Dr. Julia Marks
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Navigate Marijuana Withdrawal: Symptoms & Recovery TipsFound by Dr. Julia Marks
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Cannabis Withdrawal Help: Symptoms, Timeline | Management TipsFound by Dr. Julia Marks
Reddit Discussions (1)
YouTube Videos
Cannabis Withdrawal Symptoms? True or False?
Dr. Peter Grinspoon discusses myths and truths about cannabis withdrawal and the physiological impact of withdrawal symptoms.
Weed Withdrawal Symptoms - Jeremy Evans' Story of His Marijuana Withdrawal Symptoms
Jeremy Evans shares his personal experience and challenges faced during marijuana withdrawal, offering a personal narrative.
Navigate Marijuana Withdrawal: Symptoms & Recovery Tips
This video provides insights into the recovery process from marijuana withdrawal, focusing on both physical and psychological symptoms.
Cannabis Withdrawal Help: Symptoms, Timeline | Management Tips
This video offers a detailed discussion on the symptoms and timeline of cannabis withdrawal, along with management strategies to cope with its challenges.
Reddit Discussions
Marijuana Withdrawal Is Real
Discussion in r/WeedWithdrawalSupport
Community voices:
"You need to get some exercise. It will help you sleep. As stated, talk to your doctor about it all. 2-3 days feels long when you are withdrawing but in all reality it’s not long at all. Body takes time and exercise helps get back to natural state."
Providing listeners with practical, actionable advice like incorporating exercise can empower them to take control of their recovery process and see tangible improvements.
"wow thank you so much for sharing this it is exactly what I am going through right now…. i have sleeping issues so i’ve smoked before bed for the past year. Recently i’ve been feeling its changing me/my brain/my thoughts so I want to stop. I’m on night 3 of being clean and it’s so hard. Ive never done anything other than weed.. i dont even drink I had no idea how bad withdrawals would be.. i’ve been extremely irritable i haven’t slept in 2 nights and i keep getting hot flashes."
This personal account can resonate with many listeners who are experiencing similar difficulties, providing them with comfort and validation that they are not alone in their struggle. It can also foster empathy and understanding.
Articles & Blog Posts
Marijuana (Weed) Withdrawal: Symptoms & Treatment
The article covers the basics of marijuana withdrawal, symptoms, and the importance of treatments such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and contingency management.
Key insights:
""Symptoms usually begin within the first 24 to 48 hours of stopping or significantly reducing marijuana use.""
Provides listeners with clear, relatable information on what they might expect in the early stages of cessation.
""Psychotherapy can help treat CUD and any other co-occurring mental health conditions.""
Highlighting therapy’s role is aligned with the podcast’s goal of offering compassion-centered strategies.
""47% of people who used marijuana regularly experienced withdrawal symptoms.""
This statistic adds credibility to the discussion of how common withdrawal symptoms are, offering a factual basis for the conversation.
If cannabis becomes a problem: How to manage withdrawal
The article discusses cannabis withdrawal symptoms and the disconnect between user experiences and scientific observations, emphasizing the importance of recognizing withdrawal as a real issue.
Key insights:
""The standard definition of cannabis use disorder is based on having at least two of 11 criteria...""
Providing a definition for listeners helps normalize the language around use disorder, aligning with Ben’s relatable narrative.
""Marijuana withdrawal symptoms can prevent people who are dependent on or addicted to cannabis from remaining abstinent.""
This quote is crucial in emphasizing the challenges faced by individuals trying to quit, which can be used to relate to listeners’ experiences.
""Cannabis withdrawal symptoms are real. It isn’t life-threatening or medically dangerous, but it certainly does exist.""
This quote supports the podcast's goal of addressing and debunking myths about withdrawal symptoms.
Clinical management of cannabis withdrawal
This article provides a comprehensive overview of cannabis withdrawal, including symptom management and the effectiveness of pharmacological interventions.
Key insights:
""Supportive counselling and psychoeducation are the first-line approaches in the management of cannabis withdrawal.""
This guidance can be used to underline the value of non-pharmaceutical interventions in the podcast.
""There are no medications currently approved specifically for medically assisted withdrawal.""
Highlighting the lack of approved medications emphasizes the importance of alternative strategies, aligning with the podcast’s theme of exploring coping mechanisms.
""Symptom onset typically occurs 24–48 hours after cessation and most symptoms generally peak at days 2–6.""
This quote offers a clear understanding of the typical withdrawal timeline, which will aid in structuring discussions on managing expectations during the podcast.