Overview

• Multiple studies find frequent marijuana use, including medical use, raises the risk of developing cannabis use disorder.
• Symptoms of cannabis use disorder include cravings, tolerance, withdrawal, and inability to quit marijuana.
• Using both medical and recreational marijuana appears to increase the likelihood of developing the disorder compared to medical use alone.
• There are currently no FDA-approved medications to treat cannabis use disorder, so therapy and addiction centers are the main treatments.
• Experts advise those who use marijuana frequently, especially for medical purposes, to be aware of their risk for developing this addiction disorder.