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RecoveryJanuary 15, 2026

How to Quit Smoking Weed: The Complete Science-Backed Guide

Most people approach quitting cannabis with willpower alone. Here's why that fails—and the 5 neuroscience-backed strategies that actually work for lasting recovery.

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How Long Does Weed Stay in Your System? THC Detection Times Explained

THC detection times depend on the test type, your usage history, body composition, and metabolism. Here’s what the research actually shows for urine, blood, hair, and saliva tests.

11 minFebruary 1, 2026
Recovery

Benefits of Quitting Weed: What Changes in Your Brain, Body & Life

The benefits of quitting weed are real, measurable, and backed by neuroscience. Here’s what the research shows about what happens to your brain, body, sleep, motivation, and relationships when you stop.

10 minFebruary 1, 2026
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THC Detox: What Actually Works (And What Doesn’t)

Detox kits, cranberry juice, niacin flushes — the internet is full of THC detox advice. Here is what the science actually says about clearing THC from your system.

11 minFebruary 1, 2026
Science

Weed and Anxiety: What the Science Actually Says

Cannabis is often used to self-medicate anxiety. But research shows a complicated relationship — one that frequently makes anxiety worse over time.

10 minFebruary 1, 2026
Recovery

Am I Addicted to Weed? 9 Signs and How to Know

Cannabis addiction is real but widely misunderstood. Here are the clinical criteria for cannabis use disorder and how to honestly assess where you stand.

9 minFebruary 1, 2026
Lifestyle

Best Apps to Quit Weed in 2026: An Honest Comparison

We reviewed every major quit-weed app on the market—including our own. Here’s an honest breakdown of what each does well, where they fall short, and which one fits your recovery style.

10 minJanuary 31, 2026
Symptoms

Marijuana Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline & What Actually Helps

Marijuana withdrawal is real, documented in the DSM-5, and experienced by nearly half of regular users. Here’s everything the research says about what to expect and how to get through it.

14 minJanuary 31, 2026
Recovery

Craving Surfing: The 20-Minute Science of Urge Management

Every craving peaks at 15–20 minutes, then fades. Every single time. Here's the neuroscience of why—and a step-by-step method to ride through any urge without giving in.

6 minJanuary 30, 2026
Science

Your Brain on Cannabis Recovery: The Dopamine Connection

Everything feels flat when you quit. That’s dopamine depletion—and it’s reversible. Here’s the neuroscience of how your brain rebuilds its reward system after cannabis.

9 minJanuary 28, 2026
Recovery

The Valley of Disappointment: Why Weeks 4–6 Are the Hardest

The acute withdrawal is over, but you still don't feel good. This dangerous phase—the Valley of Disappointment—is where most people relapse. Here’s how to survive it.

7 minJanuary 25, 2026
Symptoms

Can't Sleep After Quitting Weed? Here's Why (And What Actually Helps)

Insomnia is the #1 reported cannabis withdrawal symptom. The science of why it happens—and 10 evidence-based strategies to get through it.

8 minJanuary 22, 2026
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The 90-Day Cannabis Recovery Timeline: What to Expect

Your brain needs roughly 90 days to recalibrate after regular cannabis use. Here’s the week-by-week science of what’s happening inside your head—and what to expect at each stage.

10 minJanuary 18, 2026

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