Marijuana is one of the most widely used drugs in the world today. It is also one of the most controversial, with some countries and states completely banning it.
While some people use marijuana for medical reasons, the majority of users just enjoy it for its psychoactive effects. How do they know when they’ve found a good strain?
They’re able to notice the different effects of each strain, which makes them feel more satisfied with the drug as a whole.
How does someone get satiated with marijuana? Well, according to one researcher, they need to learn how to stop before it’s too late.
Researchers have found that some heavy marijuana users experience what’s known as emergent dependence- a form of dependence that doesn’t necessarily correspond to classical models of dependence (such as alcohol or opioid dependence).
Behavioral theory
A behavioral theory says that people use marijuana because it makes them feel good. This theory explains that people smoke marijuana for the sensations and experiences that it provides.
People enjoy the effects of marijuana, and this is the reason why they use it. The cost, safety, and availability of marijuana is also a factor in its widespread usage.
Many people begin using marijuana in early adolescence when few things matter more than how you feel at that moment. As people get older, responsibilities increase which can lead to less frequent use of marijuana. For some, however, use persists into adulthood.
Some people use marijuana as a way to deal with stress or other mental health issues. For these individuals, smoking marijuana may help relieve symptoms and improve quality of life. For others, it may be an abuse of the drug.
Social influence theory
A related explanation points to the influence of social situations. People smoke weed to fit in with a group of friends or at a party where it’s socially acceptable to smoke.
You can’t use marijuana without being in a social situation, and this is part of the allure. You pay money to enter a marijuana dispensary, you go to a friend’s house to smoke, or you get drinks at the bar and smoke one there.
It is not hard to find an excuse to go out and do these things, and most people probably don’t even think about it. They just do it because it is normal.
People enjoy the experiences that they have when they use marijuana, and they like being able to relax and be funny (or not be funny) when they are high. It makes social situations more enjoyable because people feel more relaxed and comfortable.
Difficult to quit
While many people claim that marijuana is not addictive, that is far from the truth. Many users struggle to quit the drug once they begin to use it.
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, around one in every hundred marijuana users will become dependent on the drug. This means that they experience symptoms of withdrawal when they don’t have access to it and feel they need it to feel normal.
Sought after effects, like relaxation and euphoria, can make it hard to give up marijuana. Because it is so widely available, individuals may also find it difficult to stop using because of all the external pressures and forces pushing them to continue using it.
The National Institute on Drug Abuse also states that there is no medical treatment for cannabis dependence, but there are treatments for other addictions and disorders that occur as a result of cannabis use.
Long-term effects
There are several reasons why marijuana users continue to indulge in the drug. Some users claim that it helps them relax, relieves stress and anxiety, and aids in sleep.
These effects are due to the cannabinoid receptor system in the brain. As mentioned before, receptors in the brain respond to cannabinoids, which are naturally occurring chemicals in the body.
Surprisingly, CBD may actually make it harder for THC to produce these effects. This may be because CBD may interfere with THC binding to its receptors.
However, more research needs to be done on this topic. According to Becker, people who use marijuana may begin to experience problems with memory and learning new things about a month or two after stopping use.
This is because your body’s endogenous cannabinoid system takes about that long to return to normal functioning.
Does not always occur
One thing that Becker points out is that not every marijuana user experiences the motivational reduction effect. Some users do not find that they are less motivated to perform activities they enjoy after smoking marijuana.
Some users even say that marijuana helps them to be more motivated, which is the opposite of what this theory says happens. Clearly, this theory needs some tweaking!
Even those who do experience the motivational reduction effect only seem to experience it in moderate doses. If someone smokes too much marijuana, they may find that it has the opposite effect and makes them less motivated.
This seems to point to the fact that there are different types of people who use marijuana. Some people may be more prone to experience the motivational reduction effect than others. More research needs to be done on this topic, however.
Effects vary by user
One of the biggest reasons that marijuana users enjoy the drug is because of the different effects it has on people. Some like the relaxing feeling it gives them, while others like how it enhances experiences.
For some, it helps with anxiety or depression, and for patients in medical marijuana states, it can help with a variety of health issues. Others just like the way it makes them feel!
Whether you like how focused you are after using marijuana or you just enjoy the way it makes you feel relaxed and calm, there is no wrong reason to use it. Everyone experiences the effects differently and everyone likes different aspects of the experience.
For some people, using marijuana makes them feel paranoid or uncomfortable. If you are one of these people, don’t worry – you are not experiencing negative effects! It is totally normal to have differing opinions on what aspects of the experience are enjoyable.
Easy access
Though laws are changing, marijuana is still illegal in most parts of the world. As a result, it is difficult for average people to access it.
For example, if you do not live in a state where marijuana is legal, you would have to go to someone who does and buy some from them. You would also have to know how to use it, as most places that sell it do not provide instructions.
Illegal sale also usually involve some kind of risk. This can be risk of being caught by the police or other authorities, risk of low-quality marijuana, or risk of being sold something that isn’t marijuana at all.
These risks make the enjoyment of using the drug less for the user because they have to worry about whether or not what they bought is real or if they will get caught using it.
Cost of marijuana
The cost of marijuana is another factor that motivates marijuana smokers to keep using the drug. Although prices may vary based on location, strain, and quality, most users can agree that it is not expensive.
Because it is widely available and inexpensive, marijuana can be abused by those who want to use it. Since it is not a expensive substance, people may use more of it to fulfill their desire to get high.
Those who cannot afford alcohol may turn to marijuana as a substitute because of its low cost. This can lead to problems for some individuals.
Sociologists study how social factors influence health and wellbeing, so understanding the relationship between price and cannabis abuse could inform public health policies.
Dr Rosie Hood conducted a small study in which she gave people the option of receiving money or cannabis. She found that people preferred cash over weed, suggesting that cannabis abuse could be driven by the desire for money.
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