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New research draws a hard line between teens and cannabis. In teens, there appears to be a link to a higher risk for depression and suicide among teens who regularly use marijuana. And the numbers aren’t small.
Seeking Peace, Finding Poison
A CDC study of 16,000 teens shows most use cannabis to feel better. They’re looking for calm in an overwhelming world, and they think they’re getting it from cannabis.
Recent findings say the tradeoff is steep. Cannabis use during adolescence is tied to higher odds of depression and suicidal thoughts. For some users, there’s a tripled risk of suicide attempts in early adulthood.
The Impact of Legalization
Legalization may have shifted the stigma, but not the science. Cannabis skipped the FDA process and landed on shelves anyway. We’ve all heard the claims that it treats depression, but where are the trials?
As it turns out, there are no successful trials to provide evidence that cannabis does anything but complicate the state of mental health in teens. Even so, they’re turning to it as a fix and teens are the group most at risk for developing cannabis use disorder. Once weekly use starts, long term risks to mental health jump.
Experts aren’t mincing words. Some are calling cannabis a mental health hazard for teens until proven otherwise. Researchers are pushing for more oversight. They want screening and long term data on teen cannabis use, especially since high potency THC is everywhere now, from vapes to edibles.
If cannabis is in the mix, it’s time to ask more questions. For now, science says teen brains and cannabis don’t mix well. And that’s why screening for depression and potential cannabis addiction is essential for teens who are struggling.
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