Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.
Irrespective of the way it is smoked, bot cigarrette smoke as well as marijuana can put you at risk for various adverse health consequences. Smoking has increase the risk of lung diseases, heart diseases, cancer, etc. etc.
Marijuana abuse has been associated with a variety of psychological problems, like
anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, etc.
It is good that you have taken the initiative to seek help. There are several forms of help available to deal with your problem. However, your motivation and efforts are important to achieve
success. There are
counselling techniques like Motivational Enhancement Therapy which can help improve your motivation and quit. There are also relapse prevention strategies which you can be taught to prevent going back to these substances. Medication may also be required to treat the
withdrawal symptoms, medical complications as well as reuce craving. So, please
consult a psychiatrist in your place for a detailed evaluation and further treatment.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist