Cannabis and Mental Health
Chronic cannabis use, particularly in adolescents and young adults, significantly increases the risk of developing psychosis, including conditions like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The potency of cannabis, especially with higher THC concentrations, correlates with greater mental health risks. Despite this alarming evidence, societal perceptions often downplay these dangers, leading to increased adoption among young people who may not fully understand the consequences.In this clip
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The Effects of Cannabis (Marijuana) on the Brain & Body | Huberman Lab Podcast #92
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How do the findings on cannabis use in young people (age 12-18) leading to schizophrenia and psychosis later in life challenge the idea that cannabis is harmless or safer than alcohol, as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episodes The Effects of Cannabis (Marijuana) on the Brain & Body | Huberman Lab Podcast #92 and the clip Cannabis and Mental Health?
How do the findings on cannabis use in young people (age 12-18) leading to schizophrenia and psychosis later in life challenge the idea that cannabis is harmless or safer than alcohol, as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episode The Effects of Cannabis (Marijuana) on the Brain & Body | Huberman Lab Podcast #92 and the clip Cannabis and Mental Health?
How do the findings on cannabis use in young people (age 12-18) leading to schizophrenia and psychosis later in life challenge the idea that cannabis is harmless or safer than alcohol, as discussed in the Huberman Lab Podcast episode The Effects of Cannabis (Marijuana) on the Brain & Body | Huberman Lab Podcast #92 and the clip Cannabis and Youth Risks?