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Physical Effects of Marijuana Addiction

The "high" felt by a marijuana smoker is a very unique conglomeration of feelings, and there are only two known sources for the substances which activate the neuroreceptor for THC. The first source is our own brains, which produce a neurochemical very similar to THC called anandamide. The second source for this substance is the cannabis plant from which comes marijuana.

Unfortunately, there are negative side effects that occur from using marijuana. Some of these include frequent respiratory infections, impaired memory, increased heart rate, impaired learning, panic attacks and physical dependence on the substance. Additionally, if used during the first month of breast feeding, infants can suffer from impaired motor development. Marijuana may produce blissful effects in the minds of those who use it, but its side effects are far from blissful.

The Canyon, a private drug rehabilitation program, offers treatments to individuals suffering from marijuana addiction. Through a series of traditional and nontraditional treatments, you can get help to break through your addictions and go on to lead healthy, drug-free lives.

The Effects of Marijuana Addiction on the Brain

Research has shown that THC changes the way in which sensory information is transmitted to the brain and the way that the hippocampus acts upon the information. The hippocampus is a component of the limbic system that is critical for learning, memory and the integration of emotions, motivations and sensory experiences. THC has been shown to suppress the neurons involved in information processing by the hippocampus, and it has also been shown that learned behaviors (which depend on the hippocampus to "stick" in the brain) also deteriorate.

The Effects of Marijuana Addiction on the Lungs

A person who smokes marijuana on a regular basis may suffer from many of the same respiratory problems that tobacco smokers have. These people may cough daily and have excess phlegm, may have symptoms of chronic bronchitis and much more frequent chest colds. Continual smoking of marijuana can lead to abnormal functioning of the lungs due to tissue damage caused by marijuana smoke. Additionally, the amount of tar inhaled by marijuana smokers is three to five times more than tobacco smokers, which can lead to further lung damage.

The Effects of Marijuana on Heart Rate and Blood Pressure

Smoking marijuana while taking other drugs (both legal and illegal) can lead to a sharp increase in heart rate and blood pressure, which can stress the cardiovascular system and risks overload and potential heart failure.

The Effects of Marijuana on Men

In addition to providing pleasurable effects, marijuana can also affect parts of the brain responsible for sex and growth hormones. In men, marijuana can decrease testosterone, cause enlarged breasts and lead to a decrease in sperm count and infertility.

The Effects of Marijuana on Women

As in males, marijuana also effects women's hormones, which can cause problems such as irregular menstrual cycles, depression, an increased testosterone level and the possibility for having children with moderate to severe physical and mental deficiencies ranging from learning disabilities to babies born with weak central nervous systems.

Treat Marijuana at The Canyon

At The Canyon, the core of treatment is the Healing Life Program, which helps you develop a more authentic relationship with your life. Through a variety of drug treatments such as nutrition and diet programs, expressive therapy, 12-step meetings and adventure/ropes therapy, you'll learn how to break your addiction and return to a normal, healthy life. Contact the Canyon at today for more information.

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