Cannabidiol Pushed as Cure for Cannabis “Addiction”

When I first saw a headline talking about using some new drug to help cannabis addicts kick the habit, I scoffed loudly. When I read the article, I scoffed, but mostly inwardly.

Some scientists in the UK believe that cannabidiol is an effective treatment to help with cannabis withdrawals. I know I’m oversimplifying the process, but it boils down to treating cannabis addiction with, well, cannabis.

To be honest, I’m having hard time even typing the words “cannabis addiction” and “cannabis withdrawal.” I don’t mean to minimize anyone’s struggle or marginalize anyone who is legitimately looking for help changing their lives in a way that they perceive will make them happier. If using cannabis isn’t something you want to do and, for some odd reason, you can’t just stop smoking it, then I do want you to get some help....

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