I can tell you that as someone who has struggled with anxiety and depression, the day I smoke weed it's a ton of fun but the day or two after I feel awful. Mood swings, irritability, none of it is fun. read more
Prospective effects of marijuana and temperament on risk for anxiety and depression. Psychology of Addictive Behaviors. 2015;29:590. Feingold D, et al. The association between cannabis use and mood disorders: A longitudinal study. Journal of Affective Disorders. 2015;172:211. Lev-Ran S, et al. read more
Start the anxiety test here. Marijuana - A Cause of Anxiety. The relationship between marijuana and anxiety is incredibly complex. One the one hand, cannabis is often used to calm the mind and body. It's a natural painkiller, and one that people use often to self-medicate. read more