Cannabis has seen diverse levels of acceptance for medical and recreational use across different cultures and periods of time. Presently, it is among the most commonly used psychoactive substances worldwide. Cultural factors, such as ethnicity, religion, and sociocultural practices including political movements, can influence the prevalence and acceptance of cannabis use in specific contexts.

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Some of the issues when diagnosing Cannabis use Disorder are;
- Sex and Gender-Related
- Culture- Related

 Cannabis Use Disorder- Related Diagnostic Issues

American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed., Text revision). https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.books.9780890425596

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 Cannabis Use Disorder Culture- Related Diagnostic Issues

In comparison to men, women tend to report more severe cannabis withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms primarily involve mood-related issues such as irritability, restlessness, and anger. Women also experience gastrointestinal symptoms like stomachaches and nausea during cannabis withdrawal. These more intense withdrawal symptoms in women may contribute to a faster progression from initial cannabis use to the development of cannabis use disorder, a phenomenon known as telescoping.

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