marijuana/depression?
468675
I think mainly the overuse of marijuana causes depression. It is a depressant, but thats like alcohol too, that causes depression but you'd hardly be aware of it if you didnt use it all of the time (like daily)
8614
I think you're a fox. Alcohol is the exact opposite thing to do for depression. Trust me. It's making you feel worse about yourself.\n\nFind a hobby (for me it was the gym) and focus all that negativity into something good.\n\nConsult a physician too. It's possible this could be more of a medical problem.
816529
Hi Tawnee S,\nSounds good to me (hamster & fish get high too) shouldn't have any effect except to be stoned-2 tokes for the road!! \nIgnore all the ones that say this is bad! Unless you smoke marijuana & know the difference.  If you are one of those few that believes everything the damn government says then you really don't have the clue.  And should read for your yourselves & get some knowledge while at it!  The effects of pot- on MS patients, glaucoma, Cancer patients, AIDS patients, radiation patients.  People that have other mind blowing sicknesses & medical problems will know the difference. Yes my doctor knows so for all those others GO READ & GET SOME KNOWLEGEMENT DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING THE GOVERNMENT SAYS!    Have a good day :0)
135801
They say medicinal marijuana helps??????  I know a Dr. here that says sometimes that is all that can help curtail the pain.
869480
I will tell you this. I do not believe that marijuana is as bad as "they" say it is but, when I smoked it took away my ambitions in life.  I wanted to have a degree in Paramedic medicine but I chose to smoke.  Do I love the feeling,yes.  Do I regret starting, not really but there wil always be someone to complain no matter what the topic is.  It is in their nature.  The common feeling is the feeling you want to sleep and you eat everything in sight.  If you decide to try it then I suggest you make a very serious decision as to what you will do with the rest of your life, because I know there are celebs that smoke but with money comes power and leniency.  As for us common folk we dont get the same breaks and we are the ones that face the consequences for what they can buy their way out of.  I still smoke by the way and I would do that before I would ever take a drink of booze.
404303
Marijuana is not addicting but if you are useto smoking everyday and quit cold turkey there can be withdrawal symptoms (cold sweats, mood swings, headaches etc.). Your friend can live without it, he just enjoys it. Let him be, eventually it will stop.
573585
Lots and lots of good quality weed. Then, when you're over it, try re-evaluating your life to see why you need the crutch of hard drugs...stop running and face the reasons! Trust me, it'll do you better mentally, physically and emotionally. Failing that, keep using, as it's one way to weed out the weak from the strong (survival of the fittest)
788020
Try searching "medicinal marijuana" on the net. I did and came up with several sites - you should be able to find some info there. Good Luck!
774968
Yes. Marijuana use can lead to permanent memory impairment. Frequent use results in loss of neurons in the area of the brain associated with forming memories and recall of memories. Users may also experience difficulty learning. Similar loss occurs in the aging population, thus marijuana use can be similar to accelerated aging of the brain.\n\nAlso, think of your natural state of contentedness when you are neither happy or sad. Following marijuana use, that point will be lowered, making your natural state of mind (mood) one that is more depressed. Heavy use can make this change a permanent one, and many people after quitting their marijuana habit, struggle with depression.\n\nFrequent marijuana use has also been shown to contribute to the formation of amyloid plaque in the brain. This same plaque is known to be a main culprit in the brain disease known as Alzheimer's.\n\nAlso keep in mind that marijuana smoke contains 50 percent to 70 percent more carcinogenic hydrocarbons than does tobacco smoke... add to that, the fact that marijuana smokers inhale more deeply and hold their breath longer. This creates a serious danger for cancer of the head, neck and lungs.
489265
You should smoke weed to get a buzz/rush. If you indulge on a daily basis, the effect diminishes, so what´s the point?\nAlso, don´t mix smoking with work, (except when you are an artist)because one tends to make silly decisions, or you have to do it again. Too much of ANYTHING is not good, moderation is the answer, otherwise you give my favourite pastime a bad name. Good dope is the best aphrodisiac in the world, forget about rhino horn, viagra, etc Another thing, Mary Jane tends to make a depressed person even more depressed, so avoid it then. \nLastly, did you know that the first marijuana plant spontaneously sprouted on King Solomon´s grave/tomb? Used in moderation, it makes you wise, in excess, it makes you stupid.\nWhy, oh, why does it have such a bad name?\nI have a buddy who smokes first thing in the morning every day, he has been, is, and will always be a loser. An eternally happy loser.\nP.S.Don´t mix weed with alcohol and don´t go from weed to hard drugs. Who needs coke or horse when you can have good Durban Poison or Malawi Gold?
773332
Marijuana or magic mushrooms
128677
The following are some of the common side effects of using marijuana:\n\n    * Trouble remembering things\n    * Sleepiness\n    * Anxiety\n    * Paranoia (feeling that people are “out to get you”)\n    * Altered time perception \n\nUsing marijuana for a long time makes some people lose interest in school, work, relationships and other activities. It may also cause legal problems. Using marijuana can be especially dangerous in certain situations, such as when you are driving.\n\nThose things don't sound good to me.
58556
Signs of Depression\n\nQ:  What are the warning signs of depression (other than "feeling sad") and what can be done about it? Also, please tell us about the herb St. John’s Wort and if it can be used to treat depression. \n\n\n\nA:  Depression, for many, is a slow, almost imperceptible process in which life, in varying degrees, begins to lose its meaning. Research demonstrates a measurable depletion of certain chemicals in the brain; this is the foundation for many of the drugs used to treat this condition. \n\nThe following are warning signs of depression and should be taken seriously if one regularly experiences them:\n\n\nDepressed mood \n\nLoss of appetite for food \n\nDifficulty sleeping or sleeping much more than usual \n\nA sense of helplessness and hopelessness \n\nThoughts about suicide \n\nLoss of interest in the activities of daily living (work, play, time with family and friends) \n\nUnusual irritability \n\nFeelings of worthlessness or inappropriate guilt \n\nDiminished ability to think or concentrate\nIf you are experiencing up to five of these symptoms for more than two weeks, this may represent a serious depressive episode. If so, see your doctor as soon as possible. Treatment may include counseling, medication, and in severe cases hospitalization. \n\nSt. John’s Wort has been historically used as a mood elevator and some research has demonstrated a positive effect on the brain chemistry of depression. In some limited studies benefits were shown like reducing anxiety and feelings of worthlessness, as well as improvements in quality of sleep. \n\nI would discourage anyone reading this from self-diagnosis and consequently running down to the health food store to arrange treatment. A depressive illness can be serious, necessitating evaluation by an objective professional. \n\n\nArticle Created: 1997-12-15\nArticle Reviewed: 2005-01-24\n\nDr. Russell Robertson is Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Associate Professor of Family and Community Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. His biweekly column of medical advice also appears in the CNI Community Newspapers throughout metropolitan Milwaukee. \n \n \ngood luck
974094
I feel for you. I have the same problem you have and I have refused to use medication. I've got a great husband, great kids and no reason to be depressed but I am. I've been taking fish oil and I am reading a book that comes with a workbook called battle of the mind. Great book. It's been working and I actaully feel motivated and I have been feeling less depressed.
1041187
Depression is a sad and hopeless feeling. Even if you win the lottery you would still be sad.  Well maybe happy for a while. Paxil helped me. Been on it for 10 yrs now. But its still a daily struggle,  I pray a lot and thats helps me thru the day.  GOD BLESS YOU
508631
no my dear,marijuana,makes no one manic nor aggressive,bipolar disordered thinking is a debilitating disorder that may interfere with activities of daily lioving due to sever alteration in thought processes and perceptions of reality, gettiung stoned makes you euphoric,can cause paranoia, and makes u hungry,and is a depressant, when bipolar patients are in the depressed phase ,it is much more severe than being stoned and it lasts longer than a high, marijuana is actually a neuroprotectant it does not kill brain cells , it is the only drug that kills gliomas ,a serious fatal form of brain cancer ,that traditional medication and surgery do not help,it protects the brain from suffering the damaging effects of a stroke ,and causes nuerogenensis,nerve cells to reproduce, only stem cells can do that ,besides canniboids, and it is not in one of the largest lobbying powers the pharmaceutical companies ,(which have an obscene amount of influence ,which they exert at the expense at consumers), to have marijuana become a legal drug and make a few money makers obsolete, and they are in bed with our government, \ndo not believe anything I say my dear, you can trust me further than you can throw me, but you cannot argue with the facts or change reality, go to calpirg.org,I am a member of this consumer group ,which seeks to limit the damage pharmaceutical companies wage on consumers, via dirty tactics and legislation ,also check out heads magazine  it cites all valid ,credible research ,by valid credible researchers ,and go look at the q and a of mmexykat, one of her answers cites a study, from heads magazine with all details, it is a medical marijuana magazine,unlike hi times which is a stoner magazine
982329
Sounds like the cocaine triggered a panic disorder. I get mild cases of these if i smoke weed sometimes. Takes a couple days for me to recover. Time should help. Continue with the meds and maybe take up meditation. Good luck man, I wouldn't wish panic disorder on my worst enemy.