Take a minute and honestly ask yourself...

1. Is it hard to imagine your life without marijuana?

2. Has smoking pot stopped being fun?

3. Do you ever get high alone?

4. Do you flake on doing what is normally expected of you because of using weed (class, work, social or family obligations)?

5. Do you smoke first thing in the morning?

6. Has a relative, friend, or doctor expressed concern about your use of marijuana or suggested that you cut down?

7. Do you smoke marijuana to avoid dealing with problems or stress?

8. Have you promised yourself to slow down or stop smoking but find that you are only able to keep the promise for a few days or weeks at a time?

9. Do you sometimes deal marijuana on the side just to cover the costs of your habit?

10. Do you hang out only with people who get high, and who know where to score weed?

11. Have you started to lose interest in things that used to mean a lot — schoolwork, sports, hobbies, or friends who don't drink or use drugs?

12. When your stash is nearly empty, do you feel anxious or worried about how to get more?

13. Even after your friends say they’ve had enough pot, do you want to continue using?

14. After using marijuana, have you experienced severe anxiety or panic?

15. Do you use marijuana regularly before classes or before or during work?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, you might want to examine your habits honestly and assess the effect they may be having on your health, social life, school work, and behavior. There is a good chance your marijuana use is getting out control.

Consider seeking further evaluation from your doctor or a qualified drug treatment professional, who can help you determine if your marijuana use is adversely affecting you. Many college health centers or clinics are able to provide a basic assessment of drug use. If there is a problem, there are many resources and treatment options available throughout the nation.