Does Weed Affect Women Different Than Men?

5. Marijuana Does Not Relieve Pain For Women

Marijuana is more effective at treating pain in men than women because women tolerate the effects of weed faster. A Drug and Alcohol Dependence study found that active cannabis failed to decrease pain sensitivity in women. When considering potential therapeutic effects of marijuana for men and women, unfortunately, women are less likely to feel any significant change to their problem. However, that doesn’t mean women should stop using marijuana to help with menstrual pains. In fact, if the placebo effect is working, keep smoking.