Cannabis and Mental Health
Adolescent cannabis use can negatively impact brain development, particularly affecting the prefrontal cortex, which is crucial for decision-making. While moderate use is generally safe for those over 25, individuals predisposed to mental health issues should avoid cannabis altogether. Legal cannabis brings significant tax revenue, which can fund various community initiatives, creating a paradoxical benefit from its regulation.In this clip
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1142: Cannabis Redux | Skeptical Sunday
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Does cannabis shrink the prefrontal cortex in teens?
How do the findings on cannabis use in young people (age 12-18) leading to schizophrenia and psychosis later in life challenge the idea that cannabis is harmless or safer than alcohol, as discussed in the episodes 1142: Cannabis Redux | Skeptical Sunday, Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher: Vaping, Alcohol Use & Other Risky Youth Behaviors, and Cannabis and Psychosis?