Sharon Stone's cannabis withdrawal symptoms explained by a doctor
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Key Points:
- Hollywood actress Sharon Stone revealed she experienced severe symptoms after quitting marijuana, prompting her to seek help from a neurologist due to the potency of modern cannabis.
- Experts highlight that THC levels in today's marijuana have dramatically increased, with some products containing up to 30% THC and concentrates exceeding 90%, raising risks of addiction and severe withdrawal.
- Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) can develop when high-potency THC alters the brain's reward system, leading to compulsive use and withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, irritability, and anxiety.
- Withdrawal symptoms typically appear within 24 to 48 hours after quitting heavy use and can last several weeks, with medical supervision recommended for those with underlying health issues or concurrent substance withdrawals.
- Mental health conditions often coexist with cannabis dependence, and addressing these underlying issues through counseling may help reduce problematic marijuana use.
