Marijuana use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress, manifested by two or more of the following symptoms within a 12-month period:
Consumption of larger amounts ove...
In 2020, the USPSTF encouraged all primary care physicians to screen adults for drug use (2).
Screen for marijuana (similar to tobacco and alcohol).
Ask for frequency and amount used (e.g., “...
Currently, there are no FDA approved medications for the treatment of CUD (2).
No specific treatment guidelines for cannabis use disorder are currently available. No intervention has proved ...
Monitor cessation by testing urine over several weeks for the inactive cannabis metabolites (carboxy-THC).
Drug screening of heavy smokers may remain positive for ...
Hasin DS, Sarvet AL, Cerda M, et al. US adult illicit cannabis use, cannabis use disorder, and medical marijuana laws 1991-1992 to 2012-2013. JAMA Psychiatry. ...
F12.10 Cannabis abuse, uncomplicated
F12.20 Cannabis dependence, uncomplicated
F12.288 Cannabis dependence with other cannabis-induced disorder
F12.159 Cannabis abuse with psychotic disorder, ...
It is estimated that 4.5 to 7 million persons in the U.S. meet criteria for CUD (2).
Acute marijuana intoxication is manifested by conjunctival injection, increased heart rate, euphori...
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