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How to quit Weed
I have been smoking weed for about 1.5 years now ,although there are breaks in continuity but now for almost 6 months i have been smoking daily . It started initially with low frequency (say once or twice in a week ) and it gradually increases and for 6 months i have been smoking daily. i quitted weed formerly also and faced withdrawl symptoms like severe anxiety and headache , low energy , lack of interest. I consulted physchitrist and had medications for 5 months . its all set back to normal then again i started smoking. I am in fear now how to handle withdrawl symptoms . i do a job in IT . Please comment how to start.
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As you hv experience with detox and deaddiction you know we hv to tackle the withdrawal period with medicines.As you hv relapse after successful treatment there r factors other than chemical dependence.
Next Steps
You need to go for assessment of personality and masked depression if any.After initial therapy you hv to be on maintenance therapy for minimum 1 yr. It will include medicine as well as psychotherapy and lifestyle changes.
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Try to reduce clutter and stress in your life. Seek help of psychiatrist. Best wishes.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Withdrawal symptoms are unavoidable...
If you are really looking forward to overcome this habit, do consult a psychiatrist and a psychologist to ha dle your Anxiety better.
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Mr. Vigraanth Bapu KG
Clinical Psychologist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
The best way to come out any addiction is to take therapy, addiction is more of a behavioral issue, thus you need to correct it through behavior therapy
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To meet a clinical psychologist and immediately undergo therapy as your motivation level is high
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