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Teen Cannabis Use Doubles Risk of Mental Disorders

2/23/2026

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  • A study in JAMA Health Forum finds teen cannabis use raises the risk of mental health disorders, including bipolar disorder and psychosis.
  • Researchers analyzed health records of more than 460,000 adolescents aged 13–17, showing cannabis users were twice as likely to be diagnosed with conditions later.
  • They report a 34% higher risk of depression and a 24% higher risk of anxiety, prompting experts to urge health responses and educate families.