Union City Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers

Union City, New Jersey, like most of the country, is suffering from a substance abuse crisis. About 14% of all addiction treatment admissions in Union City in 2015 were for marijuana as the primary drug.¹ It is a common misconception that marijuana is less harmful than many other substances; it can still cause serious side effects in those who abuse it, and in New Jersey, it is still considered a Schedule I substance.²

Marijuana abuse can cause a number of dangerous effects, such as:³

• Hallucinations, delusions, and potential psychosis.
• Memory lapses.
• Impaired brain development in adolescents.
• Breathing issues, including coughing and lung infection.
• Rapid heart rate.
• Worsening schizophrenia symptoms.

In addition, the use of marijuana, like other drugs, can lead to dependence. Some of the most common withdrawal symptoms associated with marijuana dependence are:⁴

• Insomnia or trouble sleeping.
• Strong cravings for the drug.
• Decreased appetite.
• Anger and irritability.
• Depression.

Chronic marijuana abuse can ultimately lead to addiction, which is characterized by compulsive use regardless of consequences. If you or someone you love is struggling with a marijuana addiction, you can find rehab centers in Union City or nearby that will help you deal with issues related to marijuana abuse.

Sources:

1. NJ Human Services Department. (2015). Substance Abuse Overview Hudson County.
2. NJ Department of Law & Public Safety. (2018). Division of Consumer Affairs to Hold Public Events on Classification of Marijuana as a Controlled Substance in New Jersey.
3. National Institute on Drug Abuse. (2018). Drug Facts: Marijuana.
4. National Center for Biotechnology Information. (2007). Marijuana Dependence and Its Treatment.