What is the definition or description of: marijuana abuse?

In Colorado, ?: No such thing, all is legal! seriously, sort of like alcohol abuse, where there is a constant need to smoke marijuana, and the pattern becomes more and more frequent. The patient may lose ability to function without the usage, and may indeed neglect daily activities and usual responsibility.

Problematic use: Also referred to as cannabis abuse, marijuana abuse is a problematic pattern of marijuana use leading to significant impairment or distress. Problem examples include: failure to fulfill major role obligations, repeated use when it is physically hazardous, repeated legal problems due to marijuana use, or continued use despite social or interpersonal problems.