Cannabis and Young People: Reviewing the EvidenceCannabis is at the centre of ongoing controversial and often confused debate. Opinions on its potential impact on health are sharply divided: some argue that it poses serious risks to mental health and that adolescent use may lead to psychotic illness in young adulthood, or that it acts as a gateway to hard drugs such as cocaine or opiates. Conversely, others point to alcohol or tobacco being far more harmful yet entirely legal. |
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3 Young Peoples Views about Cannabis | 25 |
4 Predictors of Cannabis Use | 34 |
5 Cannabis and Psychosocial Functioning | 44 |
6 Cannabis and the Use of Other Illicit Drugs | 64 |
7 Prevention and
Treatment | 69 |
8 Cannabis Policy | 84 |
9 Concluding
Comments | 92 |
Resources | 94 |
References | 95 |
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About Focus | 111 |