Case study: Withdrawal syndrome in adolescent chronic cannabis users

Author(s): Milin, R.

Journal/Book: J Amer Acad Child Adolesc Psy. 1996; 35: 351 West Camden St, Baltimore, MD 21201-2436. Williams & Wilkins. 1618-1621.

Abstract: Cannabis use is common among adolescents and has recently been increasing, especially among young teenagers. Whether the reduction of cannabis in chronic heavy users results in a clinically significant withdrawal syndrome is controversial. This article presents three case vignettes supporting the view that chronic cannabis use by adolescents may result in a clinically significant withdrawal syndrome and that the associated physiological symptoms directly contribute to the persistent use of the substance.

Note: Article Milin R, Royal Ottawa Hosp, 1145 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Z 7K4, CANADA

Keyword(s): adolescent; cannabis; dependence; withdrawal; MARIJUANA; HEALTH

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