Rising Cannabis Use Among Teens and Its Mental Health Impact

Study tracked 463,396 adolescents aged 13-17 and found cannabis use doubles risk of psychotic/bipolar disorders by age 26.
2024 NSDUH reports over 10% of 12-17-year-olds used cannabis in past year.
Study used electronic health records from 2016-2023 during routine pediatric care.
Experts urge reducing cannabis potency and limiting youth marketing.
Cannabis use linked to higher risks of depression and anxiety disorders.

Public Health | Mental Health | Substance Use

United States

Kaiser Permanente researchers

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