New research links adolescent cannabis use to a significantly higher risk of psychosis. Here’s what you need to know: Teen cannabis use was associated with roughly 2x the risk of developing psychotic disorders Genetic predisposition and frequency of use likely play major roles ️ The adolescent brain is still developing well into the mid-20s Medical cannabis programs screen for psychiatric risk factors for exactly this reason This is not about fear — it’s about informed, age-appropriate decisions Cannabis can be powerful medicine for adults under proper guidance. But for teens, the risk-benefit equation is very different. Talk to your kids. Talk to your doctor. Knowledge is harm reduction. New study links teen cannabis use to doubled psychosis risk. This is why age, dose, and clinical oversight matter.
Teenage Cannabis Users Twice as Likely as Non-Users to Develop Psychosis
A large study found that moderate cannabis use in adults over 40 was linked to larger brain volumes and better cognitive function, though experts caution more research is needed before drawing conclusions. A landmark longitudinal study published in JAMA Health Forum followed 463,396 adolescents ages 13-17 through age 26. Past-year cannabis use during adolescence was associated with a doubled risk of developing psychotic and bipolar disorders, plus elevated risks for depression and anxiety.