Treatment of Cannabis Use Disorders

Cannabis is being used by approximately 5 % of the world’s population, and a subset of regular users develop a cannabis use disorder characterized by tolerance, craving, and a withdrawal syndrome. Correspondingly, there is a demand for cannabis treatment that has risen dramatically in recent years. Yet, similar to other drug treatments, the vast majority of patients seeking treatment for their cannabis use fail to achieve abstinence.

 

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