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Study Debunks Cannabis as Mental Health Treatment

3/17/2026

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  • The Lancet Psychiatry found no evidence that medicinal cannabis treats anxiety, depression, or PTSD.
  • The review analyzed 54 randomized controlled trials involving 2,477 participants.
  • Lead author Jack Wilson emphasized the need for rigorous evidence before endorsing cannabis as a treatment.
  • While some potential benefits for autism and Tourette's were noted, overall evidence quality remained low.
  • The findings raise concerns about rising cannabis prescriptions for mental health without sufficient backing.