Miracle Rehabilitation Centre

Cannabis Use Disorder
(Ganja, Weed, Marijuana, Hash, Cannabis Oils)

What it is:Cannabis is a plant-based substance that affects the mind, mood, and perception of reality. People often use it to relax, sleep, reduce stress, or escape emotions. Cannabis contains THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol), the main active ingredient. THC alters how the brain works, affecting pleasure, memory, focus, coordination, and decision-making. Frequent use can reduce motivation, memory, and emotional balance. Heavy or long-term use can sometimes trigger confusion, unusual thoughts, or seeing/hearing things that others do not, called cannabisinduced psychosis.

How it looks and how it is used:

  • Dried leaves or buds (weed/ganja): green or brown; smoked in joints, pipes, or mixed with tobacco.
  • Hash: dark brown or black solid blocks; smoked or ingested.
  • Edibles: cannabis-infused food or drinks.
  • Cannabis oils (THC-rich oils): concentrated liquid extracts; consumed orally, added to food, or vaporized.
  • THC effect: THC produces relaxation, pleasure, or a “high” feeling, but can sometimes cause anxiety, fearfulness, unusual thoughts, or strange perceptions.

What families may notice:

  • Spending more time alone or avoiding family and responsibilities
  • Mood swings, irritability, or anger
  • Trouble sleeping or eating
  • Acting unusually or being confused
  • Seeing or hearing things differently than others (psychotic symptoms)
  • Feeling overly suspicious or fearful
  • Loss of interest in normal activities, school, or work

Withdrawal symptoms: Stopping cannabis can cause irritability, anger, anxiety, restlessness, sleep problems, loss of appetite, low mood, and cravings. People with cannabis-induced psychosis may also experience confusion, unusual thoughts, or extreme worry, needing professional support.

Why relapse happens: Relapse often occurs due to sleep problems, stress, boredom, social pressure, or thinking “it’s harmless.” Fear of symptoms returning can also trigger reuse.

Bio-Psycho-Social Approach to Recovery

  • Biological (Body): Support for sleep, appetite, physical health, managing withdrawal, and safely addressing THC-related psychotic symptoms.
  • Psychological (Mind): Therapy for emotional regulation, stress coping, understanding unusual thoughts or perceptions, and breaking compulsive use.
  • Social (Life & Relationships): Family education, avoiding triggers, building routines, social support, and reintegration into life and responsibilities.

At Miracle Rehabilitation Centre, cannabis addiction—including cannabis oils and THC-related psychotic effects—is treated holistically, helping individuals heal physically, stabilize emotionally, and rebuild a safe, balanced life.