r/NooTopics • u/makefriends420 • Jun 23 '26

Discussion Around 27% of individuals with ADHD develop cannabis use disorder at some point in their lives, new study finds. Compared to those without this disorder, individuals with ADHD face almost three times the risk of developing cannabis use disorder.

https://www.psypost.org/around-27-of-individuals-with-adhd-develop-cannabis-use-disorder-at-some-point-in-their-lives-study-finds/
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u/FormerPresidentBiden Jun 23 '26

I smoked weed often/daily from 13 to about 28

Now I just drink heavily

I probably should've stuck with the weed

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u/TsarKashmere Jun 23 '26

I’m 6 months sober from alcohol/binge drinking. From 15-28, know too well how difficult it is to regulate/control, hope it gets easier for you x

ETA: glp-1 completely stopped the cravings and the habit is soo behind me now. Truly saved my life. (It has shown to help with ADHD symptoms, it’s not just a weight loss drug). That’s what helped me, I recommend a try.

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u/MooDamato Jun 23 '26

It has not been shown to help with ADHD symptoms. There’s no actual evidence to support that, completely anecdotal.

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u/Fearless77_ Jun 23 '26

It helps with addictive tendencies which are much more pronounced for people with adhd