Cannabis Legalisation Linked to More Use Among Adults and More Emergency Harms—But Adolescent Use Appears Largely Unchanged
Paediatric cannabis poisoning increase is a significant concern after cannabis legalisation. Emergency department visits for poisoning have risen sharply, especially among children. Adult cannabis use has increased modestly, while adolescent use remains…
Five Distinct Patterns of Prescription Drug Misuse Sources Identified Among US Teens
Adolescent prescription drug misuse involves obtaining drugs from multiple sources, each linked to different risk profiles. This study identifies five distinct patterns among US teens. Understanding these patterns helps tailor prevention and clinical…
Where Teens Get Misused Prescription Drugs Shapes Their Risk Profile
Nonmedical prescription drug misuse adolescents show varied risk profiles based on how they obtain drugs. Teens using multiple sources face higher substance use involvement. Understanding these patterns helps target prevention and screening.
A mixed-methods evaluation of a statewide naloxone distribution project: considerations for future implementation of opioid overdose prevention initiatives.
This study evaluates opioid overdose prevention via a statewide naloxone distribution program using mixed methods. It identifies barriers and facilitators for effective implementation. The findings support integrating naloxone access with…
Biobio Sentinel: Two years of illicit drug surveillance in South-Central Chile.
Wastewater-based epidemiology provides objective data on cannabis consumption trends in South-Central Chile. This method offers valuable insights into community-level drug use patterns. The study highlights significant shifts in illicit drug surveillance…
Cannabinoid Clinical Trials: Cannabis Intervention for Teens
Sequential cannabis prevention messaging adolescents shows promise in overcoming resistance to cannabis prevention efforts. Tailored, multi-message approaches address diverse attitudes among teens. This strategy may enhance effectiveness in reducing…
Adolescent Substance Use: Why Fear-Based Tactics Fail
Scaring teens away from cannabis, alcohol, or social media hasn’t worked. If anything, it’s backfired. Instead of fear tactics, we need honest education, mental health support, and meaningful alternatives. Want real solutions? Let’s rethink our…
5 Key Insights: Cannabis and Cardiovascular Health 2024 Unveiled
Cannabis cardiovascular health is a complex and evolving field of study. The 2024 research by Jeffers et al. highlights key limitations and confounding factors in assessing cannabis's impact on heart health. Understanding these insights is crucial for…