Cannabis-Induced Psychosis

RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS

Cannabis-induced psychosis (CIP) is a temporary mental health condition that can occur after consuming cannabis (marijuana). It is characterized by a range of psychotic symptoms, including delusions, disorganized thought and speech, emotional disturbances, hallucinations or paranoia.

US Cases: 1.6million
World Cases: 1.5million
Sex Ratio: 4M/F
Age Onset: Users – 26
Brain Area:  pfc, amygdala, hippocampus
Symptoms: thinking changes
Progression: hallucination,loneliness,deterioration
Therapies: hobbies, clear focus on activities
Medications: diazepram

YouTube Video: Cannabis-Induced Psychosis

Support Groups:

Marijuana-Anonymous.org/find-a-meeting/Online, Phone, or Land in 31 states in some major cities