California Must Keep Its Promise to Protect Kids from Big Cannabis
California cannabis policy updates are critical to safeguarding youth from the influence of big cannabis. This page highlights key developments in 2026 legislation. Clinicians and policymakers should monitor these updates closely.
Students Fall Ill at Bucks County Middle School After Eating THC Edibles
Pediatric cannabis intoxication incidents in schools are a growing concern requiring systematic response protocols. Multiple students fell ill after consuming THC-laced edibles at a Bucks County middle school. These incidents emphasize the importance of…
Understanding THC Effects on Youth Brain Development
The effects of THC on adolescent brain development are significant and distinct from adult exposure. Youth who dabble with THC face risks including altered mood regulation and cognitive function. Understanding these effects is crucial for parents and…
Teen Marijuana Use Doubles Chances of Future Psychotic Disorders, Study Finds
Adolescent cannabis use psychotic risk significantly increases the likelihood of future psychotic disorders. Research shows early cannabis initiation disrupts brain development uniquely in teens. Understanding this risk is crucial for parents and…
Teens Using Cannabis Face Increased Mental Health Risks
Teen cannabis use mental health risks are increasingly documented in clinical research. Studies show adolescent cannabis use is linked to higher chances of psychiatric disorders. This underscores the importance of medical supervision and caution with…
A Huge Study Finds a Link Between Cannabis Use in Teens and Psychosis Later – NPR
This large-scale adolescent cannabis study reveals important findings about the link between cannabis use in teens and psychosis risk later in life. The research underscores the vulnerability of the developing brain to cannabinoid exposure. Age of onset,…
Kaiser Study Reveals Psychiatric Risks of Cannabis in Teens
The adolescent cannabis psychiatric risk data study highlights a doubled risk of psychotic and bipolar disorders in teens using cannabis. This large Kaiser Permanente study followed over 463,000 adolescents and found cannabis use preceded psychiatric…