Schizophrenia and Marijuana?

I was recently diagnosed with Schizophrenia 2 days ago. I am not on medication yet but I have no idea what I will be taking.

My friends brother has Schizophrenia and was prescribed Marijuana. But hes 25.

So is Marijuana used to treat Schizophrenia?

And if it is, does it work?

No, genius. Marijuana causes psychosis.

No.

Some people with Schizophrenia suggest that it makes them feel better. However it's more likely to push you toward relapse.

In fact Marijuana causes transient symptoms of Schizophrenia (Paranoia)... I don't know any psychiatrist that would prescribe marijuana for any psychosocial disorder.

woah.. thats really odd for your brother to be on MJ. As far as I know, MJ in this day and age is much harsher than the MJ of our parents' past, and is actually bred with the same plant that produces PCP, which induces schizophrenic/schizotypal hallucinations.
What cannibis can do is aggravate the possibility of inducing schizophrenia in your genes by reacting with the genetic stuff inside your cells, and thus worsening the condition.
Not good.

'I would get a second opinion first of all, about this diagnosis.
See another doctor before accepting this decision, and as far as having marijuana
as a treatment, I have never heard of this...
You also should speak to the American Medical Association about the reputability of this Doctor.....elisayn

This is a voice in your head speaking. You can hear me, but can't see me...yet. I'm going to be the most honest voice you've ever heard before. I'm gonna tell you things that'd make your skin crawl, and you're going to believe it's really happening to you. You're going to watch Number 23 with Jim Carrey in it, and it's going to freak you out. And if you smoke pot, my voice is the only one you'll hear!
The BLUE pill, or the RED pill.
Make your CHOICE and live with it!

I've never heard of that. Paradoxically, marijuana can make someone who's susceptible more prone to a schizophrenic episode.

Marijuana is disinhibiting and can distort thinking even more than the schizophrenia can. I don't think you want to do that to yourself.

It doesn't work.

Hope you feel better.

Marijuana is not prescribed to treat Schizophrenia, it is a psychotic, and would most likely make Schizophrenic tendencies worse.

The schizophrenic brother is likely playing everyone with this supposed prescription.

Marijuana has been used for pain treatment in cancer patients, it is illegal, so can only be suggested in most cases.
There have been some exceptions, and many people will grow or obtain "medical marijuana."

Your counselor/s and doctor/s will prescribe the medications that will work the best for your individual diagnosis.

Good luck and have a good day.

No.. I used to smoke pot, and it messed me up pretty bad.. I have Schizophrenia, for 16 years now and for 2 years I smoked pot, I ended up more psychotic and verbally aggressive..

My opinion: Drugs, Alcohol, and Mental Illness DO NOT mix!! That was a big lesson for me to learn.. I have been drug free for 3 years now..

Marijuana is not prescribed for schizophrenia. If anything, it'd make the symptoms a lot worse. You'll be prescribed an anti-psychotic. Each is different, so if the first doesn't do it for you, don't be apprehensive about trying another.

I did my internship at a mental health facility and I can tell you for a fact that marijuana would not be prescribed for individuals with schizophrenia. Actually, marijuana contrary to popular belief has a certain level of dependence and does attribute to drug-induced psychosis, which I have watched many patients come in and out of the wards under the influence of marijuana.

Using meth or marijuana will significantly increase the development of psychosis and schizophrenia. The drugs boost levels of several chemicals, including dopamine in the brain, which directly lead to schizophrenic & psychotic symptoms. Please don't do this. I have a relative who is currently under suicide watch...and he, too, tried to use the marijuana and later meth to feel better. I know there is a lot of pain and suffering inside of you and you just want to feel better, but it will only make you worse in the long-run. Stick to your doctor and the legal drugs...and ask for help the right way :)

Good luck :)

that depends? I am a marijuana advocate but in the case of schizophrenia i think there may be better alternatives. just see what works best for you! And if that happens to be weed then blaze it up!