F12.120

Clinical Causes: Recreational use of cannabis leading to habitual consumption. Attempting to experience altered mental states through increased intake. Self-medication for stress, anxiety, or other mental health issues, leading to compulsive use. Peer influence and social environments encouraging cannabis use. Lack of awareness about safe consumption levels or legal implications.

Key Symptoms: Euphoria or a feeling of being 'high'. Altered perception of time and space. Increased hunger (the 'munchies'). Relaxation or a sense of calm. Delayed reaction times and impaired coordination. Altered judgment and decreased concentration. Possible feelings of anxiety or paranoia in some individuals. Dry mouth and bloodshot eyes. Difficulty in recalling recent events or short-term memory.

Diagnosis Path: Diagnosis primarily relies on clinical assessment, including evaluation of the patient’s history of cannabis use and observable signs of intoxication. Healthcare professionals consider the presence of characteristic symptoms and inquire about patterns of use. Laboratory tests, such as urine or blood screening, may support the diagnosis but are not always necessary, especially if the clinical picture is clear. The key aspect is identifying intoxication symptoms in the absence of medical or psychiatric complications or other substance use.

Treatment Protocols: Since this classification refers to uncomplicated cannabis intoxication, management typically involves supportive care focused on ensuring the patient's safety. Common approaches include monitoring for adverse effects, providing reassurance, and advising cessation or reduction of use. In cases where psychoactive effects are distressing, counseling or psychoeducational interventions may be beneficial to address underlying patterns of abuse. Education about responsible consumption and legal considerations is also important. Usually, uncomplicated intoxication resolves on its own without the need for complex medical interventions.