Marijuana Addiction

Cirque Lodge is a private alcohol and drug rehab program in the mountains of Sundance Utah. We can help you or a loved one with as a marijuana addiction treatment facility. Marijuana derivative product of the Cannabis Sativa plant is the most widely abused substance classified as an illicit drug. Marijuana has a number of street names such as grass, weed, reefer, and pot. How marijuana is used is by smoking the dried and blended parts of the Cannabis plant. It is a misconception by many that marijuana smoking is no different then the smoking of normal cigarettes. The truth is that marijuana has a greater effect on the brain and its mental functions that are far more damaging then conventional cigarettes. Overexposure to marijuana can have a number of negative effects. The best addiction treatment can help to overcome and address the struggles of dependency.

The Cirque Lodge drug rehab facility can change the ways of a marijuana addiction abuse. Many times individuals will choose to couple a marijuana addiction with alcohol. At Cirque Lodge, Sundance Utah, we treat each aspect of these addictions individually, and accordingly. We are based on a 12-step modality, but also provide an array of treatment types, including the experiential therapy program, to best meet the needs for all who are in need of addiction treatment. In determining how to treat a marijuana addiction each individual case is thoroughly assessed and utilized to achieve best possible results.

Marijuana Addiction and Treatment

The chief component of marijuana is the chemical delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). When marijuana is smoked, the THC transfers from the lungs to the bloodstream and is distributed through the body. When THC is introduced into the brain it attaches itself to the neurotransmitters of the brain bringing on sense of euphoria. Heart rate and blood flow also increase with marijuana use. The blood vessels of the eyes expand causing the eyes to have a red appearance. Side effects of Marijuana addiction are commonly dry mouth, hunger and thirst (commonly known as the "munchies"), and sleepiness.

Long term THC effects the brain, damaging the Hippocampus region. This region of the brain is responsible for the functions of learning and memory. Other areas of the brain are affected by marijuana use including reasoning functions, motor functions and reaction functions. Intoxication on marijuana is considered as impairing as alcohol when behind the wheel of a car.

Marijuana also carries with it similar risks to smoking cigarettes. Long term effects can lead to throat and lung cancer as well as chronic heart problems.

Marijuana addiction is formed when a person can no longer control the impulse of marijuana use. Like all substance addiction, a marijuana addiction takes control of the individual's life structure compromising all other aspects of living. Marijuana is also considered a gateway drug to far more addictive substances. People can have a harmless beginning with random marijuana use that can eventually spiral out of control.

Due to the damaging nature of marijuana on the brain, a marijuana addiction center should focus on these specific mental processes. Marijuana addiction treatment should provide a number of treatment modalities to best meet specific conflicts and issues within the individual in need of treatment.

Cirque Lodge Marijuana Addiction Facility

Marijuana addiction treatment at Cirque Lodge is based upon an individualized program. The success of Cirque Lodge is founded on the genuine nature of this individualized approach. With an individualized treatment plan, the individual receiving treatment is having their specific needs met. The clinical staff at Cirque Lodge reviews these plans daily and adjusts them according to the rate of success of the program. We are devoted to providing the most effective addiction treatment available for our residents.

In treating a resident with a marijuana addiction it is equally as important to treat the family of that resident. We do so with our family program here at Cirque Lodge. Every three weeks into the addiction treatment program we provide an effective family treatment program. In this week we provide family members of our residents with an education on addiction. Family members have the opportunities to take part in a number of our addiction treatment programs and learn their roll in relapse prevention. The family week program is considered one of the most effective components of treatment here at Cirque Lodge.

Recovery with a Caring Program

Like any addiction case, recovery from marijuana addiction takes considerable time and effort. Initial treatment is also strongly recommended from the appropriate drug rehab program. At Cirque Lodge we provide that appropriate program by offering an array of therapy approaches. Outpatient drug rehab programs may offer a few types of programs. At Cirque Lodge we feel that the whole spectrum of addiction treatment is what takes for the best overall drug rehab program. With the individualized approach and a fun and inviting atmosphere, our marijuana rehab can lead to recovery.

The Cirque Lodge marijuana addiction center is surrounded by a beautiful natural environment. The residents of Cirque Lodge enjoy activity in this natural surround with our experiential therapy program. This therapeutic activity provides many aspects of healing in its own private way. With experiential therapy we hope that individuals in drug rehab can achieve the vital life changing experience provided in addiction treatment. For more information on the marijuana addiction program facility, or to find out how Cirque Lodge can help you, call us today.