So, hi. I'm about 21 and I've been smoking for about 3 years now with no problems and have been heavily smoking for about 2 of those years. The only thing that stops me from smoking every day is when I run out of stash at the end of each week (I usually end up taking a 2-3 day break between running out and getting more). I'm not exactly sure if weed is the root of the problem yet but after doing some research I have a strong feeling that it is.
My boyfriend (who is also a heavy smoker but he's not getting any anxiety symptoms) says it's probably because I'm currently on school holidays, and being cooped up in the house all day is making me stir-crazy. He could be right but I've always been rather introverted and comfortable with staying home all day and playing video games, so, again, it's most likely the weed. My dad was a heavy smoker, too, and he's told me about smoking every day gave him very bad anxiety (he thought someone was trying to kill him), but he's better now and he still smokes.
So anyway, on to my question. Will giving up weed get rid of these symptoms? And if it does, about how long will it take? Do I have to get therapy because I'd really prefer not to. I don't really have the money for a psychiatrist right now.
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Cheers!