Marijuana Addiction by Jay Kapadia https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug en-us 2021-08-23 05:08:30 UTC 2026-02-28 23:21:16 UTC hello@padlet.com What is a Marijuana Addiction 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690476774 A drug addiction is a disease and a disorder that affects the brain’s inability to stop consuming a certain substance. In this case, the substance is marijuana. 
3. What are some signs and symptoms that accompany this mental illness/addiction?
  • Extensive use of marijuana (multiple times a day)
  • Over a long period of time, larger quantities are necessary to have the same effect.
  • Spending money on it when you can't afford it.
  • Experiencing withdrawal symptoms in attempts to stop usage.
  • Continuing to use marijuana even when you're aware that it's causing issues in your life.
]]> 2021-08-23 05:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690476774 What are some social, environmental or physical causes or precursors of this mental illness or that may start someone on the path to this addiction? 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690485366 Most people who get into drugs are doing it due to depression, anxiety and other mental disorders because it helps them cope with their problems for a short amount of time.

]]> 2021-08-23 05:15:36 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690485366 How does this mental illness/addiction affect a person emotionally? 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690486746  While under the influence of the drug, marijuana makes you emotionally feel happy and relaxed or anxious and paranoid.

]]> 2021-08-23 05:16:10 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690486746 How does it affect them physically? 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690493400  Within minutes of consumption, the user's heart rate will accelerate up to 20 - 50 beats more than usual. Also, their eyes will become dilated and bloodshot. Long term physical effects include a higher chance of developing bronchitis, higher chance of asthma due to smoking cannabis, lung irritation from inhaling the carcinogens. ]]> 2021-08-23 05:19:37 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690493400 How does it affect them socially? 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690494589  According to a study conducted in Australia and New Zealand, kids who frequently used marijuana were less likely to finish high school and obtain a degree compared to their peers who didn't use the drug. Also these kids had a much higher chance of getting addicted to other drugs and attempting suicide. According to drugabuse.gov, “Several studies have also linked heavy marijuana use to lower income, greater welfare dependence, unemployment, criminal behavior, and lower life satisfaction.”

]]> 2021-08-23 05:20:18 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690494589 Where can someone go to get help in your community for this mental illness/addiction 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690495553  The fastest and most reliable way is calling the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 to help find support and treatment facilities in your area.

]]> 2021-08-23 05:20:49 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690495553 What are some ways you can help or support someone with this mental illness/addiction? 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690502377 Always make sure they know that its safe to talk to you and never judge them. 

]]> 2021-08-23 05:24:41 UTC https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690502377 Addiction Rehab Toronto. 340822170 https://padlet.com/340822170/b90ppzvv0hmjp4ug/wish/1690513360  2. What is the demographic they serve?
 Anyone seeking help with an addiction they have.
 3. Where is the facility/program located and what type of facilities do they have?
   The facility is located in Etobicoke. They have all kinds of methods for recovery such as physical exercise, counselling, therapy, treatments and rehab.
4. What are the goals of the facility or program? 
To rehabilitate and make sure all their patients come out of the center safe, happy and clean from any drug.
 
5. Describe the programming. (What do the clients do each day? How long are clients typically at the facility/program? How do the clients interact with the outdoor environment?
Typically the program lasts for between 28 days to 90 days or longer. Life in rehab is fairly simple, You eat your meals, go to therapy sessions etc. and get free time. By simplifying life to its basic components it allows patients to more or less, hit the restart button in their life.
6. Should we all work on our mental health as a part of our daily lives? Could resilience be a helpful tool in our journey? 
 Every single person should be prioritizing their mental health. In life we will come across many obstacles but its important to persevere through them while doing things you enjoy in life.

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