Hum Psychopharmacol October 2009 PMID 19693792

Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence.

José Alexandre Crippa, Antonio Waldo Zuardi, Rocio Martín-Santos, Sagnik Bhattacharyya, Zerrin Atakan, Philip McGuire, Paolo Fusar-Poli

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Discussions reveal a balanced mix of scientific references and personal opinions, with users mentioning studies like the 2009 review and debating whether cannabis causes anxiety or its adverse effects like psychosis, using words such as 'paradoxical' and 'danged,' which show curiosity and concern. This reflects a thoughtful engagement with the article's nuanced findings.

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Most discussions acknowledge the complex relationship between cannabis and anxiety, with some referencing the review's findings about adverse effects like panic attacks and psychotic symptoms, indicating general agreement or recognition of the evidence.

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The topics attract strong interest, as evidenced by multiple posts discussing potential harms and scientific studies, showing engagement with the subject matter.

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Posts include references to specific studies, personal opinions, and questions, suggesting moderate depth of involvement rather than superficial comments.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions have a somewhat noticeable impact, influencing perceptions about cannabis’ risks based on scientific evidence and public concerns, though not reaching a transformative level.

Abstract in brief

  • The article reviews the link between cannabis use and anxiety, noting that anxiety reactions and panic attacks are common symptoms associated with cannabis, but the exact nature of their relationship remains unclear.
  • Frequent cannabis users tend to have higher rates of anxiety disorders, and people with anxiety often use cannabis, though it's uncertain if cannabis use causes long-term anxiety disorders.
  • More research is needed to understand the mechanisms behind the cannabis-anxiety relationship, considering potential neurobiological, environmental, and social factors.]

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Altarf
@Altarf_V · X

@Alehairy @evasanztoro Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/zdqxiKNsYV https://t.co/XeWrOMsJxX

Aug 3, 2020 · 24 likes · 3 shares · 83 followers View post →
George Dawson
@dawso007 · X

Good review of cannabis use and anxiety - a common reason why people stop smoking. Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/iDTtnXTtN6

Feb 14, 2020 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 7,805 followers View post →
Gooey Rabinski
@RobbinsGroupLLC · X

From my forthcoming @StrainprintComm article re anxiety: 2009 study (https://t.co/uXiWUcKXYC) “Cannabis & Anxiety: A Critical Review” published in the journal Human Psychopharmacology found a correlation between cannabis use and social anxiety—but could not determine causation. https://t.co/5gXRj0broN

Jan 6, 2019 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 12,289 followers View post →
Joe Pierre, MD
@psychunseen · X

@liminal67 @phunky_pharm @peacefulbeingol @awaisaftab reference is here and a bit dated: https://t.co/kvOeBC4PZz

Feb 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 8,920 followers View post →
rawr
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@ruanyyw @SOUeuJH @AquiNoMeuTT @aninhavieira @flaviahbr Apesar de descrito frequentemente por usuários como um efeito colateral, ou reação, ataques de pânico e ansiedade ainda precisam ter suas relações, ou links, estudados, já que não fica clara o real mecanismo de tais associações. https://t.co/qGO2LZ9uzf

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 143 followers View post →
ontherisenews
@ontherisenews1 · X

Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence

Feb 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 97 followers View post →

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lorenzou
@Lorenzuou · X

@jheanbf @hllaryz It is paradoxical that while individuals report reduced anxiety as the motivation for using cannabis, yet acute anxiety is the most common adverse effect of cannabis use. https://t.co/51MKITmZZS

Jul 6, 2023 · 1 like · 217 followers View post →
Joe Pierre, MD
@psychunseen · X

@liminal67 @phunky_pharm @peacefulbeingol @awaisaftab reference is here and a bit dated: https://t.co/kvOeBC4PZz

Feb 5, 2023 · 2 likes · 8,920 followers View post →
Bobnati 9000
@Plasmbob · X

@WillieWinehouse @hunqle_jude @Dj_Emeter @FindingKan @Jumokebaebe Lmao do you need me to post studies from actual researchers with much larger sample sizes? I know you don't want to believe this because it hurts your feelings about your Drug Of Choice. But again, weed is not the harmless perfect drug you think it is. https://t.co/SjcIjvVDHy

Jun 23, 2022 · 3,243 followers View post →
Kimmo Mattila
@KMattrix · X

@KarnaMikko Crippa JA, Zuardi AW, Martín-Santos R ym. Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence. Hum Psychopharmacol 2009;24:515-23 PubMed Solowij N, Stephens RS, Roffman RA ym. Cognitive functioning of long-term heavy cannabis users seeking treatment. JAMA 2002;287:1123-31

Mar 24, 2022 · 577 followers View post →
rawr
@plugsh4wty · X

@ruanyyw @SOUeuJH @AquiNoMeuTT @aninhavieira @flaviahbr Apesar de descrito frequentemente por usuários como um efeito colateral, ou reação, ataques de pânico e ansiedade ainda precisam ter suas relações, ou links, estudados, já que não fica clara o real mecanismo de tais associações. https://t.co/qGO2LZ9uzf

Jul 22, 2021 · 2 likes · 143 followers View post →
ontherisenews
@ontherisenews1 · X

Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence

Feb 3, 2021 · 2 likes · 97 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

@Horacio58092222 @Qoudeyn @EusebioMirand16 @maryzerbola Educar como drogarse? Flaco estás en pedo? Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/pq6h2rVQWY… https://t.co/u04asZ0Yie

Oct 23, 2020 · 237 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

@Horacio58092222 @Qoudeyn @EusebioMirand16 @maryzerbola La marihuana puede causar: Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/pq6h2rVQWY… https://t.co/u04asZ0Yie

Oct 23, 2020 · 237 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

@Horacio58092222 @Qoudeyn @EusebioMirand16 @maryzerbola Pensé que se había acabado....... pero bueno La marihuana pruebe provocar: Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/pq6h2rVQWY… https://t.co/u04asZ0Yie

Oct 22, 2020 · 237 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

@Horacio58092222 @Qoudeyn @EusebioMirand16 @maryzerbola Ok, sin problema 1- deja mal olor 2- puede causar Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/pq6h2rVQWY… https://t.co/u04asZ0Yie

Oct 21, 2020 · 237 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

@Stanks_ 1- no 2- Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/pq6h2rVQWY… https://t.co/u04asZ0Yie

Sep 17, 2020 · 237 followers View post →
lucho
@205Lucho · X

RT @Ctrl_Alt_V_: @Alehairy @evasanztoro Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas…

Aug 3, 2020 · 3 shares · 237 followers View post →
Isabel Zambrano
@Isazamb18 · X

RT @Ctrl_Alt_V_: @Alehairy @evasanztoro Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas…

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Altarf
@Altarf_V · X

@Alehairy @evasanztoro Síntomas psicóticos Ataques esquizofrénicos Daño relacionado al humo Ataques de panico Y problemas de ansiedad https://t.co/zdqxiKNsYV https://t.co/XeWrOMsJxX

Aug 3, 2020 · 24 likes · 3 shares · 83 followers View post →
Doctor_David
@Doctor_David · X

RT @dawso007: Good review of cannabis use and anxiety - a common reason why people stop smoking. Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review o…

Feb 14, 2020 · 2 shares · 2,680 followers View post →
George Dawson
@dawso007 · X

Good review of cannabis use and anxiety - a common reason why people stop smoking. Cannabis and anxiety: a critical review of the evidence. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/iDTtnXTtN6

Feb 14, 2020 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 7,805 followers View post →
Gooey Rabinski
@RobbinsGroupLLC · X

RT @RobbinsGroupLLC: From my forthcoming @StrainprintComm article re anxiety: 2009 study (https://t.co/uXiWUcKXYC) “Cannabis & Anxiety: A…

Jan 7, 2019 · 3 shares · 12,289 followers View post →
Blitzen Undertow
@BlitzenKC · X

RT @RobbinsGroupLLC: From my forthcoming @StrainprintComm article re anxiety: 2009 study (https://t.co/uXiWUcKXYC) “Cannabis & Anxiety: A…

Jan 6, 2019 · 3 shares · 927 followers View post →
wilbert collins
@collins_wilbert · X

RT @RobbinsGroupLLC: From my forthcoming @StrainprintComm article re anxiety: 2009 study (https://t.co/uXiWUcKXYC) “Cannabis & Anxiety: A…

Jan 6, 2019 · 3 shares · 1,376 followers View post →
Gooey Rabinski
@RobbinsGroupLLC · X

From my forthcoming @StrainprintComm article re anxiety: 2009 study (https://t.co/uXiWUcKXYC) “Cannabis & Anxiety: A Critical Review” published in the journal Human Psychopharmacology found a correlation between cannabis use and social anxiety—but could not determine causation. https://t.co/5gXRj0broN

Jan 6, 2019 · 3 likes · 3 shares · 12,289 followers View post →