Many people smoke cannabis to unwind, but it doesn't always work that way.
The effects cannabis can have on mood varies widely, leaving some people calm and content and others anxious and irritable, research shows.
The Washington PostDoes weed help with anxiety or cause it? Here's what experts say
Does weed help with anxiety or cause it? Here's what experts say
By Teddy Amenabar
03 May 2023 · 6 min read
Editor's Note
Smoking cannabis can have a wide range of effects on your mood, leaving some people calm and content and others anxious and irritable. The Washington Post explains why this is the case.
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