Synthetic Cannabinoid Use Disorder
Synthetic Cannabinoid Use Disorder (SCUD) is a psychiatric condition characterised by the rise of significant health problems from the continued use of synthetic cannabinoids (otherwise known as 'Spice' or 'K2'). Synthetic cannabinoids are artificially modified chemicals that imitate the effects of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive compound in Cannabis (drug), cannabis. Symptoms of SCUD include hallucinations, Anxiety disorder, anxiety, kidney failure and a range of other health problems. While synthetic cannabinoids bind to the cannabinoid receptors in the body like natural cannabis, they are more aggressive and have greater potency, causing unpredictable side effects. These effects are attributed to the hyperactivation of Cannabinoid receptor 1, CB1 receptors, toxic metabolites, and more. While there is no set diagnostic criteria for SCUD, it can be diagnosed similarly to Substance use disorder, substance-use disorders according to guidelines set by the DSM-5 ...
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