Is Marijuana addictive?

Is Marijuana Addictive? - Weed Addiction vs. DependenceMarijuana dependence, as defined by the Diagnostic and Statistics Manual (DSM IV) of mental illness, is part of weed addiction. Nearly 7% - 10% of regular marijuana users go on to become dependent on it.  Marijuana's addicting nature is often seen once these signs of pot dependence appear:

• Tolerance / Acceptance - both an increasing dose of weed to achieve the same effect, or a diminished effect with the same dosage of weed
• Withdrawal - either presence of marijuana withdrawal symptoms or the taking of more pot to avoid withdrawal symptoms
• More marijuana is used, or is used longer, than intended
• Significant time is spent on marijuana-related activities
• Other aspects of life are neglected in favor of pot use
• Marijuana use continues in spite of recurrent negative consequences

Weed dependence doesn't always lead to weed addiction (pot addiction).
Is Marijuana Addictive? - What is a Weed Addiction?Cannabis abuse, which includes marijuana addiction, is a recognized disorder in the DSM-IV. While weed addiction is often not diagnosed by medical personnel, it is a major concern for many of the people who access drug addiction services. In the United States, 100,000 people are treated yearly for marijuana addiction. It is estimated that more than 50% of daily marijuana users develop a weed addiction.
Characteristics of weed addiction include:

• Compulsive marijuana-seeking behavior
• A pattern of self-destructive behavior due to weed use
• Failure to fulfill major life obligations at work, home or school because of pot use
• Marijuana use continues in spite of recurring negative consequences, including legal consequences
• Weed use continues in spite of recurring social or interpersonal problems caused by or made worse by drug use
• Marijuana is used in dangerous situations

Is Marijuana Addictive?
If your truly addicted, there are tell tell signs that will reveal themselves. As outlined above, some can harm your relationships. Indeed, I used the quit weed guide, but there are other resources to help you through this debacle. 

Good luck my friend