Girl Scouts Troop Sparks Buzz with Cookie Sales Outside Cannabis Shop
The story of Girl Scouts selling cookies outside a cannabis dispensary highlights cannabis pediatric safety concerns amid increasing community normalization. This visibility may influence adolescent perceptions and use patterns. Clinicians should address…
Girl Scout Cookie Booth Sparks Debate on Cannabis Normalization
Cannabis normalization youth exposure is highlighted by a Girl Scout troop’s cookie booth outside a Mount Laurel marijuana dispensary. This setup has drawn both praise and criticism from the community. The incident underscores evolving perceptions of…
Liberty High Leads Adolescent Cannabis Prevention Efforts in Brentwood
Adolescent cannabis prevention is critical in schools like Liberty High in Brentwood. This article highlights strategies to reduce teen cannabis use and its risks. Effective prevention supports healthier youth development and community safety.
Burlington County Girl Scouts Told They Can’t Sell Cookies Outside Marijuana Dispensary
Cannabis retail zoning policies are reshaping community spaces, as seen in Burlington County where Girl Scouts were told they can’t sell cookies outside a marijuana dispensary. This incident highlights the complex regulatory landscape surrounding…
March 5 Webinar Offers Parents Lessons on Drug/Alcohol Trends – Rice County, MN
This community education webinar focuses on adolescent cannabis use prevention and emerging drug and alcohol trends. It aims to increase parental awareness and support youth substance use prevention. The session highlights the importance of understanding…
Bill to Require Stricter Packaging Requirements for Marijuana Edibles Dies in Oregon Legislature
The 2026 cannabis packaging standards bill in Oregon aimed to improve safety for marijuana edibles but failed to pass. This leaves current regulations unchanged, raising concerns about accidental ingestion. Clinicians should be aware of the risks posed…
Study: Teen Cannabis Use Doubles Risk for Psychotic and Bipolar Disorders – USC Price
A USC longitudinal study shows teen cannabis psychotic disorder risk doubles compared to non-users. This highlights the adolescent brain's vulnerability to cannabis exposure. Clinicians should prioritize screening and counseling for teens.
Tween and Teen Cannabis Use: Risks to Cognitive Development
Early adolescent cannabis use risks are linked to slower cognitive development during critical brain maturation. This can affect academic performance and long-term outcomes. Clinicians should counsel young patients and families about these risks.
Pediatric Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid and Δ9-THC Exposures: A National Poison Data Study.
This study examines pediatric hemp-derived cannabinoid exposures, focusing on unintentional ingestion risks in children. It highlights increased toxicity compared to Δ9-THC. The findings emphasize the need for awareness and clinical vigilance.
Exploring the Endocannabinoid System and Child Development
The endocannabinoid system and child development are closely studied in relation to maternal cannabis use. Prenatal cannabis exposure may influence behavioral and developmental outcomes in children. These effects vary depending on the presence of autism…
