• +1-800-513-5423
Marijuana Abuse Treatment centers get to the bottom of the addiction and help you overcome using cannabis to cope.

Marijuana Abuse Treatment

 Most people recognize the medical benefits of cannabis and consider marijuana a harmless drug that should be legalized throughout the country, however, some people develop a dependency on the drug and can need help overcoming their addiction. The first step in looking for a rehab center is to decide if you should go to a short-term or, long-term program. Private long-term programs are the most effective form of treatment for addiction. Outpatient drug rehabilitation programs can offer a good alternative for light drug and alcohol users. Residential rehabs are treatment homes that you live in for a period of time. This type of drug rehab center can often also address some of the underlying psychological or behavioral problems associated with drug and alcohol addictions. People with mental or medical concerns, as well as substance use disorders, are the most likely to use residential treatment. 

Ways of using marijuana other than smoking include:

Cannabis concentrates are a highly potent form of marijuana that is made during an extraction process to extract specific compounds from the marijuana plant. The concentrates this process yields come in different forms; dabs, diamonds, wax, budder, shatter, and oils or vapes.

Edibles are a form of marijuana that has been infused into food products. These edibles often look like regular candies, sweets, or snacks. Edibles are becoming one of the more popular ways to ingest cannabis due to their high potency and the belief that they are better for you than smoking marijuana. These food products are infused with cannabis and can be homemade or bought at a local dispensary.

Vaping is made from a liquid or dry cannabis flower that is heated in an electronic-powered device, called a vaporizer, or dab pen. The liquid can contain flavoring, with marijuana concentrates. Dry herb vape devices can heat dry marijuana without combusting it and without using additional liquid. Generally, the vaping device consists of a battery, a cartridge for containing the cannabis oil, dab, or dry marijuana, and a heating component. Vaping devices come in a variety of shapes and sizes, with some resembling USB flash drives, pens, or other everyday objects that are often difficult for parents and teachers to recognize.

Please contact us by phone for immediate assistance. This is a necessary step in beginning the recovery process for yourself or for a loved one. Our addiction treatment specialists and staff have over 25 years of experience in helping people find effective and affordable treatment for all addictions. What you tell us is completely confidential. We are HIPAA compliant. We are here to answer your questions and to get you (or a loved one) into treatment today. For immediate intake, call us now.

1-800-513-5423

dependence rates national institute on drug abuse graph
What Type of Treatment is Available for Cannabis Overuse?

Several different treatments are available for someone who is struggling with marijuana overuse. There are 2 very distinct types of treatment; inpatient and outpatient drug and alcohol programs. Once a decision has been made as to which level of care is necessary for treatment, then there is the question of what type of programs will work for the specific individual’s case and addiction. If there is a mental health issue along with cannabis addiction, you should look for a dual diagnosis type of program, to help the individual with both conditions while in treatment. Look for low-cost or free treatment programs if you do not have insurance coverage. If you have insurance, you can find out what they will cover, by giving us a call and we can get your insurance verified within 24-48 hours depending on the day or time you call.  Make sure that there are aftercare programs available, either through the local center you choose or through a partnership program.

Although it is the popular belief, that you can’t become addicted to using weed, people can in fact become addicted to cannabis. Over a continued time, heavy cannabis use can cause physical dependency and addiction. Many people can develop tolerance to the effects of cannabis after smoking it or consuming edibles daily. Tolerance is characterized by a need for larger doses of a drug to maintain the same effects as before. Cannabis use can lead to some addictive behaviors. About 10 percent of people who begin smoking cannabis will become addicted. If you need help, please do not hesitate to call us, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

1-800-513-5423

Depressed man speaking with counselor at Marijuana Abuse Treatment Center.

Inpatient treatment for cannabis addictions 

Inpatient treatment programs allow the client to stay at the facility while receiving treatment for their marijuana addiction. This can be beneficial to the client if they feel that their home environment may be a trigger to relapse, while in a program at home. Entering into a treatment program for marijuana allows for disconnection from the stresses and pressures that can be seemingly overwhelming to handle while being treated for addiction to marijuana. Residential treatment programs can give you the separation from everyday stresses while giving you the support of your peers and treatment counseling staff. It is sometimes beneficial for the client to go to treatment further away from home. Getting away from temptations and friends who may still be using is often better for many people. Clients who go to rehab in another state also have a harder time leaving treatment early as well. Depending on the situation, our counselors may suggest looking for substance abuse programs that are a plane flight away.

Day treatment allows the individual to enroll in a treatment program, while still being able to go home at night. This type of program is best suited for those who are self-starters and serious about getting over their addiction to smoking pot.  Still requiring a large time commitment, these types of programs offer 2-8 hour day programs for 3-7 days a week, depending on the program offerings. Day treatment can also have a sober living component that will allow for partially supervised housing while enrolled in the program.

Inpatient treatment for cannabis addiction has many positive benefits 
Around-the-clock support and supervision
Medical staff on duty 24 hours a day 
No access to drugs or alcohol
Recovery with peers in a controlled environment

Cons of inpatient treatment
Cost is considerably higher than an outpatient program
Having to take time off of work or school for treatment
Limited support from family and friends
Daily life schedule is put on hold
Group members speaking about their past addiction issues and how they overcome them.

Therapy Groups and Meetings 

Marijuana Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share experience, strength and hope with each other that we may solve our common problem and help others to recover from weed addiction. Based on the principles that are taught in alcoholics anonymous and the 12-step model,  this has been proven to work for all addictions.

Aftercare and counseling are usually combined treatment that includes both outpatient therapy and support group attendance to ensure a seamless transition from the inpatient marijuana rehab center to the participant’s residence and family life.

Outpatient Treatment for Addiction To Weed

Outpatient treatment options for marijuana addiction, offer a solution for those that cannot take time away from family, employment obligations, or schooling. There are many different approaches for outpatient treatment for marijuana addiction. There are some pros and cons to receiving outpatient treatment that we thought you should be aware of before making a decision as to what type of treatment you should consider for your marijuana addiction.

Pros:
Less expensive than inpatient treatment
Staying at home for support and family
Continue to be able to work or go to school

Cons:
 
Proximity to marijuana availability
Constant temptation to use
No medical or emotional support on call
Limited behavioral treatment options
Teens are more likely to try pot and become addicted.

My teenager is smoking pot. What can I do?

Oftentimes, it is teenagers who enter treatment for marijuana addiction. Due to the availability and in some states, legal marijuana, there is a real concern with children over-medicating with marijuana that is meant for medical patients. Children that start to abuse marijuana at a young age, can have some developmental issues, as we still have very little understanding of how this drug can affect the growth and emotional stability of children who abuse marijuana. For more information and treatment options for teens, we recommend that you go to Free My Addiction for more teenage addiction and treatment information. 

There are many risk factors that can lead to teen marijuana abuse which include: 
Premature sexual encounters 
Family issues
Trauma 
Peer pressure 
Problems emotionally
Undiagnosed mental disorders
Misinformation about the dangers of marijuana abuse

Side effects of smoking weed, marijuana overuse side effects.

What are the Costs of treatment for marijuana addiction?

Inpatient cannabis rehab can cost nothing or it can cost in the tens of thousands of dollars depending on many variables associated with the treatment program you choose.
Prices of private treatment for addiction can range from $5,000 a month up to about $20,000 a month, depending on the program or amenities offered.
Luxury or executive treatment programs for addiction can range from $20,000 a month up to $80,000 a month.

Prices of treatment with insurance vary depending on the type of plan and mental health coverage that you have available. Using your insurance to cover marijuana treatment will usually have a copay deductible that will have to be met by the insurance grantees. If you have health insurance and would like to find out exactly what you are covered for our free service can get you verified for treatment.

1-800-513-5423

Am I addicted to weed? Learn the symptoms of becoming dependent on marijuana.

How We Can Help

If you think that a friend or family member could benefit from receiving treatment for their weed addiction, talk to them and have treatment options already researched so you can be informed and ready if they want help. You may want to consider a professional intervention if you believe that your concerns will be met with less than agreeable reactions from the addict. Visit our intervention page for more information about the intervention process.

If you need further assistance or would like to talk to a rehab specialist about the choices near you, give us a call and we can assist you in finding the best drug rehab today.

1-800-513-5423

Summary
Marijuana Abuse Treatment
Service Type
Marijuana Abuse Treatment
Area
Nationwide treatment for an addiction to marijuana
Description
We can help you overcome your addiction to cannabis today. Smoking weed can hinder your life. If you find yourself smoking too much marijuana and need help finding marijuana abuse rehab centers, call us at 1-800-513-5423

WE CAN HELP – CALL NOW

Contact Us

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Search This Site