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Understanding Cannabis Use Disorder
Cannabis Use Disorder (CUD) is a clinical condition where a person becomes dependent on cannabis, often continuing use despite negative impacts on their daily life, health, or relationships. It can involve cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and a loss of control over usage habits. Because cannabis is socially accepted and often seen as low-risk, many don’t realize how easily regular use can shift into dependency — especially with today’s high-potency products.
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Let’s take a closer look at some of the facts.
Nearly 1 in 5 daily cannabis users meet criteria for cannabis use disorder, with symptoms like cravings, tolerance, and inability to cut back.
Adolescents who start using before age 18 are up to 6 times more likely to develop long-term dependency.
Daily cannabis use among adults has surpassed daily drinking, with over 17.7 million Americans reporting daily or near-daily use.
Why Cannabis Feels Safe — But Isn’t Always
Cannabis is often seen as a harmless substance — especially compared to alcohol or opioids. But just because it's natural or legal doesn't mean it's risk-free.​
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Potency
Today’s cannabis products are stronger than ever, with THC levels up to 4–5x higher than they were in the 1990s.
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Physical Effects
regular cannabis use before age 25 is associated with long-term cognitive changes, including reduced memory, slower processing, and motivation loss.
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Delivery
Beyond smoking, cannabis is now consumed through vapes, edibles, tinctures, beverages, capsules, and even skincare. Making a discreet, long term habit easier than ever
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Mental strain
Regular use can desensitize dopamine receptors, reducing motivation and emotional response, long term users report increased anxiety.
How you can enjoy responsibly
With cannabis now legal recreationally in over 20 U.S. states, regular use is more common than ever. And while often viewed as harmless, cannabis can still be psychologically addictive — especially for those who use it daily.
Chronic use can impair motivation, sleep, memory, and mood. Teens and young adults who use heavily are also at greater risk of anxiety, depression, and even psychotic symptoms. Many users find it hard to take tolerance breaks or cut back without a structured plan.
What Kurb brings
Kurb Home provides structure without judgment:
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Store your cannabis products securely
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Schedule time-based or day-specific access via app or device
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Track progress, reduce gradually, and reinforce breaks
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Takes the burden of control off your hands
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This lets you build better habits over time — without quitting cold turkey or relying on willpower alone. We will help you reach your goals, whether it'd be enjoying in moderation or quitting completely, on your own terms!
