Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant used for medical or recreational purposes. In our modern times, Cannabis or widely known as marijuana has been highly proposed to be used for medicinal purposes.
Addiction is a disease of several brain regions that regulate moods, determine decision-making priorities needed for survival and control behaviours. For instance, when these parts are functioning normally, they tell us to seek food when we are hungry or water when we are thirsty. However, alcohol can modify brain function in such a way that a person senses an irresistible desire to seek out and consume these substances. People experiencing alcohol addiction are usually called addicts while health-care professionals refer to alcohol addiction or alcoholism as substance use disorders.
Those who struggle from drug addiction are fully aware of the steep challenges encountered during the rehabilitation process. It is never a natural process that frequently turns futile due to its arduous nature.
Withdrawal from drugs and other addictions can sometimes be overwhelming, and you feel lost in the heat of it all. First things first, don’t be. You are not alone. The withdrawal process is not as simple as it seems, as there are so many other factors that culminate into the entirety of the concept. There is every possibility that you are unsure of what withdrawal means, or how you can get help in the process.
According to a recent survey, more than 85% of drug users relapse back into drugs use within a year of leaving rehab. Researchers estimate that more than 2/3 of individuals in recovery relapse within weeks to months of beginning addiction treatment. These drug relapse statistics are so discouraging because there is no solid plan put in place to remain sober after leaving rehabilitation centres successfully. Most users are enticed by the prospect of being outside the strict regime of rehab and in the outside world where the drugs are readily available.
Take a moment to listen to Alexandra Perry, the Clinical Director at Addiction Rehab Toronto, speak on the topic of alcohol use and abuse in our society on 640 Global News Radio.
