Have you ever heard of the term “BAD TRIP” related to marijuana, but you’re not quite sure what it’s all about? Since it’s a term that’s popping up more and more, let’s dive into this article to understand what a “Bad Trip” is, how it happens, and how to avoid it. It can be said that it is related to overdosing. In simpler terms, it’s when someone goes overboard with the psychoactive and hallucinogenic substance THC. They end up puking uncontrollably, losing track of time and space, and feeling incredibly exhausted.
What is a BAD TRIP from THC?
As mentioned earlier, a BAD CANNABIS TRIP usually hits when an inexperienced user takes a hefty dose of really strong stuff in one go. Just think/combine a bong, bowl, and some fine INDOOR or HYDRO, and there’s a huge chance you’ll experience what’s known as a bad trip in just a few minutes. After that, you’ll definitely never want to see marijuana again. A bad marijuana trip brings on serious dizziness, nausea, and, above all, tremendous anxiety. It feels like being on a never-ending rollercoaster that you can’t get off.
‘Bad trips’ have been documented after cannabis use, manifestations ranging from vague anxiety and fear to profoundly disturbing states of terror and psychosis. Cannabis is known to affect various neurotransmitters, but ‘bad trip’ due to its anticholinergic effect has never been described in literature to the best of author’s knowledge. Hereby, the author describes a case of a young adult male experiencing profound anticholinergic effects after being exposed for the first time in his life to bhang, a local oral preparation of cannabis.
The worst part comes when the person, out of sheer exhaustion, lies down and closes their eyes. From that moment on, they’re basically in the clutches of devil himself because they start uncontrollably puking. Experts call this a side effect of cannabis known as anticholinergic effects, but it’s something we still don’t fully understand from a scientific perspective. In practice, it’s something that’s happened to almost every curious and daring newbie who took on too much at once.
When does a bad marijuana trip happen?
A BAD TRIP can happen when someone uses a large amount of super potent and high-quality marijuana with THC all at once. It’s most common when a beginner is trying out a tool like a bong for the first time. In such cases, aside from the potential green-out (getting way too high), you might also experience a bad trip, which can include temporary vomiting and a loss of orientation and motor skills. This so-called anticholinergic effect of cannabis occurs when you’ve taken an excessive dose, whether it’s from a bong or even that innocent-looking joint. Of course, with really strong weed, a BAD TRIP can happen even with what looks like a harmless joint at first glance.
The Bad Trip from THC largely depends on the method of use and the strength or quality of the weed.
How to avoid a BAD TRIP?
A bad trip can be unpredictable, but it’s more likely to happen when you smoke some seriously aromatic INDOOR or HYDRO weed from a bong. So, if you want to steer clear of this not-so-great marijuana experience, you can up your odds by not going overboard with super strong ganja and avoiding super-efficient smoking devices. Just like with a lot of alcohol, with weed, you can hit what’s known as a critical point, which no stoner wants to experience. However, if you still find yourself in that sticky situation, it’s best to reach for something sweet, like chocolate, candies, or a lollipop.
