In the current study, researchers investigated changes in adolescent cannabis use and harm perception linked to the legalization of such ‘youth-friendly’ products. To do so, they analyzed data from ...

have higher dopamine levels in an area of the brain linked to psychosis, found a new study published in JAMA Psychiatry. The findings may help explain why cannabis use increases the risk of key ...

Research published last week found that ER visits for cannabis ... use disorder, indicating a dose-related pattern. It’s not the first time smoking weed has been linked to a higher risk of ...

Although cigarette use is declining among middle-aged people in the United States, cannabis use is increasing. Cannabis smoke, like tobacco smoke, is linked to an increased risk of cancer and lung ...

A study on emergency service use ... Risk of Psychosis: High tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) patients had very high chances of developing psychotic features as compared to those who used low THC cannabis.

Cannabis use in teens has been linked to mental health problems like anxiety, depression and a higher risk of long-term conditions like schizophrenia. It can also affect brain areas tied to ...

That lack of awareness combined with marijuana’s accessibility, low prices and positive image — make it particularly ...

Cannabis use also may raise the risk of violent behavior, reduce cognitive functioning, impact motivation and worsen anxiety, he said. Its use also raises the risk of psychotic disorders more than ...

Cannabis use in teens has been linked to mental health problems like anxiety, depression and a higher risk of long-term conditions like schizophrenia. It can also affect brain areas tied to ...

Health officials raised concerns that legalization of these products could increase adolescent cannabis use, alter modes of consumption, reduce perceptions of risk, and encourage co-use of alcohol.