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Rising Youth Cannabis Use Sparks Urgent Health Concerns

1/15/2025

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Cannabis use among youth is on the rise, with 3-17% of 15-16 year-olds worldwide admitting to regular consumption. Starting before age 16 heightens the risk of developing cannabis use disorder and issues with alcohol and nicotine. Meanwhile, research reveals that just 15 genetic variants contribute a mere 0.40% to opioid use disorder risk, underscoring the urgent need for better predictive models.

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Story summary

Cannabis use among youth is on the rise, with 3-17% of 15-16 year-olds worldwide admitting to regular consumption. Starting before age 16 heightens the risk of developing cannabis use disorder and issues with alcohol and nicotine. Meanwhile, research reveals that just 15 genetic variants contribute a mere 0.40% to opioid use disorder risk, underscoring the urgent need for better predictive models.