New York Child Cannabis Poisonings Are Climbing: What the New State ER Report Means
The pediatric cannabis poisoning increase in New York is alarming, with emergency visits doubling since 2016. The new state ER report highlights a sharp rise in poisonings among children under 5. This trend signals urgent needs for safer storage and…
Adolescent Cannabis Use & Mental Health Risk: Clinical Evidence
Adolescent cannabis use mental health clinical evidence reveals significant risks to developing brains. This evidence highlights associations with psychiatric disorders and neurodevelopmental concerns. Understanding these risks is crucial for clinical…
Man arrested after 2-year-old overdoses on THC gummies, authorities say – AZ Family
Pediatric THC exposures represent a serious clinical concern requiring immediate recognition and management. This case underscores the ongoing need for clinicians to understand THC toxicity presentations in children. Proper cannabis product storage…
California Must Keep Its Promise to Protect Kids from Big Cannabis
California cannabis enforcement challenges pose risks to adolescent access and youth protection efforts. Regulatory gaps undermine promised safeguards against high-potency cannabis exposure. Clinicians must stay informed to counsel youth effectively on…
New Study Links Cannabis Use in Teens to Psychosis Risk
A major study highlights cannabis youth psychosis risk, showing that teen cannabis use increases chances of psychotic disorders later. The developing brain is vulnerable to THC effects, raising psychiatric concerns. This research urges caution and…