JAMA - Adolescent Cannabis Use and Risk of Psychotic, Bipolar, Depressive and Anxiety Disorders
February 23, 2026
New JAMA study shines a light on cannabis use and mental health. This study found that adolescent cannabis use is associated with increased risk of psychiatric disorders in adolescence and young adulthood, highlighting the importance of early prevention efforts, effective public health messaging, and policy development to limit youth exposure as cannabis legalization expands.

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Facilitation
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Data-Informed Practice
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Metrics to Guide Community-Level Prevention
